Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 14?
Six Dead, 1,200 Hurt: Midtown’s Streets Are Killing Fields—Who Will Stop the Bloodshed?
Precinct 14: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Toll in Midtown: Lives Lost, Bodies Broken
In Precinct 14, violence does not come with sirens and headlines. It comes with the slow grind of wheels on flesh, steel on bone. Six people have died on these streets since 2022. More than 1,200 have been injured. Thirty-four were hurt so badly they may never walk the same again (NYC Open Data).
The dead are not numbers. A 34-year-old man, struck by an SUV at the corner of 7th Avenue and West 36th, died with his whole body broken. The driver was distracted. The man is gone (NYC Open Data).
A 23-year-old woman, riding her bike, was killed by a driver who did not see her. She was hit on West 36th Street. She did not get up (NYC Open Data).
Trucks and SUVs do the worst damage. Two deaths by truck. Two by SUV. Cars, bikes, mopeds—they all leave scars. But the biggest vehicles leave the deepest wounds.
Recent Crashes: No End in Sight
The violence does not stop. In April, a box truck crushed a pedestrian on West 40th Street. In May, a cyclist hit a pedestrian at unsafe speed on West 45th. In July, a van towing a food cart broke loose and slammed into a parked car with a woman and child inside. Firefighters found 76 propane tanks and 75 gallons of gasoline in the van. The driver was arrested for reckless endangerment. “The driver was arrested and facing several charges, including reckless endangerment and multiple fire code violations.”
A city worker was slashed by a cyclist after a near-collision at Broadway and Cedar. “They weren’t even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner, fixing the light or the sign or something,” a witness said.
Leadership: Promises, Delays, and Missed Chances
The city has the power to lower speed limits. It has the power to redesign streets. It has the power to enforce the law. But the pace is slow. Mayor Adams cut protected bike and bus lanes from the Fifth Avenue redesign, leaving cyclists and pedestrians to fight for scraps. “We want a real solution to the bike and pedestrian safety issue,” said Community Board 5 Vice Chair Samir Lavingia.
The police in Precinct 14 have the tools. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on reckless drivers. They can target the corners where people keep dying. They just need to act.
Call to Action: Demand Action, Not Excuses
Every day of delay is another day of blood on the street. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell Precinct 14 to enforce the law. Tell them to protect the people who walk and bike. Do not wait for another body in the crosswalk. Demand action now.
Frequently Asked Questions
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▸ Are crashes preventable or just "accidents"?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648249 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Van Crash Reveals Fuel Stockpile In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-17
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- Loose Food Cart Strikes Parked Car in Manhattan, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- Car Fire Halts Lincoln Tunnel Traffic, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
Other Representatives
District 73
353 Lexington Ave, Suite 704, New York, NY 10016
Room 431, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 3
224 West 30th St, Suite 1206, New York, NY 10001
212-564-7757
250 Broadway, Suite 1785, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6979
District 28
211 E. 43rd St. Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017
Room 416, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 14 Police Precinct 14 sits in Manhattan, District 3, AD 73, SD 28.
It contains Manhattan CB5, Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Midtown-Times Square.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 14
2Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
2Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
2Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
2Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
2Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
2Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
2Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
2Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
- Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-14
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Disregarding Traffic Control▸A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A 39-year-old man was struck by a westbound sedan on W 45 St near Avenue of the Americas. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and was semiconscious. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision outside an intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 45 St struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured in the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both the vehicle and the pedestrian, emphasizing driver error. The driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs, leading to the collision. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred in Manhattan's 10036 zip code at 15:35, highlighting systemic dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing with Signal▸A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A 74-year-old woman suffered severe chest injuries after an SUV struck her while she crossed legally on West 31st Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting her with the vehicle's center front end during a left turn.
According to the police report, at 20:02 on West 31st Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan, a 2013 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal but was hit by the vehicle's center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a severe chest injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver’s error in not yielding during the left turn directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
-
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
- Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-06
Van Door Strikes Bicyclist, Causes Fracture▸A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
-
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A bicyclist riding north was injured when a parked van’s left side door struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. According to the police report, the crash involved confusion by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury without ejection.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2018 Ford van on Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as a severe injury. The van was stationary before the crash, and the point of impact was the van’s left side doors. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist’s part. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No driver errors by the van operator were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles and the vulnerability of cyclists in such scenarios.
2SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on W 45 St▸Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
Two SUVs collided on W 45 St in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle’s center back end. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and disregarded traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 45 St near 8 Ave in Manhattan at 8:53 PM. Two SUVs traveling north were involved. The rear SUV, occupied by a licensed male driver and one passenger, was stopped in traffic when the following SUV struck its center back end. The front SUV’s right front bumper was damaged. Both drivers and the front passenger sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The police report lists the contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating driver errors in lane management and failure to obey traffic signals. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused shock and injury but no ejections.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing▸An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
An inattentive SUV driver making a left turn struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining conscious despite the impact to her center front end.
According to the police report, at 11:54 AM in Manhattan on W 36 St near 9 Ave, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian, a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal, was struck by the vehicle's center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites driver error, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy urban intersections.
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan’s W 35th Street▸A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him on W 35th Street. The crash involved driver inattention and failure to yield. The cyclist was not ejected but experienced shock and pain.
According to the police report, the collision occurred at 8:30 PM on W 35th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A Nissan SUV traveling east struck a southbound bicyclist on the left side doors. The bicyclist, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to yield, as critical causes of injury to vulnerable road users.
Parked Box Truck Lurches, Kills Driver Nearby▸A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A box truck, left parked on Avenue of the Americas, lurched forward and struck a 33-year-old man behind the wheel of another vehicle. He wore a harness. He did not move again. Cold air hung over the still street.
According to the police report, a box truck parked near 851 Avenue of the Americas suddenly lurched north and struck a 33-year-old man who was behind the wheel of another vehicle. The man, identified as the driver and sole occupant, wore a lap belt and harness but was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred at 8:10 a.m. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical lapse in driver vigilance. The truck, registered in Ohio and operated by a licensed driver from Louisiana, was supposed to be stationary but instead moved forward, causing fatal impact. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and the dangers posed by large vehicles left unattended on city streets.
Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
- Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue, New York Post, Published 2025-02-06
Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive▸Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
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Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-04
Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.
NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.
- Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-04