About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 7
▸ Crush Injuries 9
▸ Severe Bleeding 19
▸ Severe Lacerations 16
▸ Concussion 16
▸ Whiplash 43
▸ Contusion/Bruise 166
▸ Abrasion 114
▸ Pain/Nausea 36
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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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.
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
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Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul▸May 21 - City will rip up Fifth Avenue. Sidewalks will double. Lanes for cars will shrink. Trees, benches, and light will fill the space. Pedestrians, long squeezed, will finally get room to breathe. The city bets big on feet, not fenders.
amNY reported on May 21, 2025, that New York City will begin a $400 million redesign of Fifth Avenue in 2028, stretching from Bryant Park to Central Park. Mayor Eric Adams said, 'Fifth Avenue is a bustling boulevard... with more people walking down the street every hour than fill Madison Square Garden during a sold-out Knicks game.' The plan nearly doubles sidewalk widths and expands pedestrian zones, cutting space for vehicles. The redesign adds tree buffers, benches, and stormwater upgrades. Pedestrians make up 70% of avenue traffic but have less than half the space. The overhaul shifts priority from cars to people, aiming to reduce systemic danger and reclaim the street for those on foot.
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Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-21
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Left-Turning Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on 8th Avenue▸May 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing 8th Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn.
A 41-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 8th Avenue at West 30th Street in Manhattan. She was in a marked crosswalk when the northbound sedan, making a left turn, hit her. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was licensed in New Jersey. No injuries were reported for the driver. The crash underscores the danger of left turns and driver inattention at city intersections.
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SUV Strikes Cyclist on West 34th Street▸May 16 - An SUV hit a cyclist making a U-turn on West 34th. The rider, 22, suffered leg abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the bike. The driver was unhurt.
A 22-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck her on West 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the SUV’s left front bumper hit the bike as the cyclist made a U-turn. The cyclist suffered abrasions to her leg and remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The SUV driver, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. No other injuries were reported. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian on West 40th Street▸May 15 - E-scooter struck a young woman crossing West 40th. She suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was injured when an e-scooter hit her as she crossed West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The e-scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The crash happened away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Cyclist Hits Pedestrian at Unsafe Speed on W 45th▸May 14 - A cyclist struck a woman crossing West 45th. The bike moved too fast. The impact crushed her leg. She was left in shock. The street saw blood and pain. Speed was the cause.
A 33-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist hit her while she crossed West 45th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her lower leg and foot and was left in shock. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues were cited in the data.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
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Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
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Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 21 - City will rip up Fifth Avenue. Sidewalks will double. Lanes for cars will shrink. Trees, benches, and light will fill the space. Pedestrians, long squeezed, will finally get room to breathe. The city bets big on feet, not fenders.
amNY reported on May 21, 2025, that New York City will begin a $400 million redesign of Fifth Avenue in 2028, stretching from Bryant Park to Central Park. Mayor Eric Adams said, 'Fifth Avenue is a bustling boulevard... with more people walking down the street every hour than fill Madison Square Garden during a sold-out Knicks game.' The plan nearly doubles sidewalk widths and expands pedestrian zones, cutting space for vehicles. The redesign adds tree buffers, benches, and stormwater upgrades. Pedestrians make up 70% of avenue traffic but have less than half the space. The overhaul shifts priority from cars to people, aiming to reduce systemic danger and reclaim the street for those on foot.
- Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul, amny, Published 2025-05-21
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Left-Turning Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on 8th Avenue▸May 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing 8th Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn.
A 41-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 8th Avenue at West 30th Street in Manhattan. She was in a marked crosswalk when the northbound sedan, making a left turn, hit her. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was licensed in New Jersey. No injuries were reported for the driver. The crash underscores the danger of left turns and driver inattention at city intersections.
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SUV Strikes Cyclist on West 34th Street▸May 16 - An SUV hit a cyclist making a U-turn on West 34th. The rider, 22, suffered leg abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the bike. The driver was unhurt.
A 22-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck her on West 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the SUV’s left front bumper hit the bike as the cyclist made a U-turn. The cyclist suffered abrasions to her leg and remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The SUV driver, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. No other injuries were reported. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
15
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian on West 40th Street▸May 15 - E-scooter struck a young woman crossing West 40th. She suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was injured when an e-scooter hit her as she crossed West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The e-scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The crash happened away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Cyclist Hits Pedestrian at Unsafe Speed on W 45th▸May 14 - A cyclist struck a woman crossing West 45th. The bike moved too fast. The impact crushed her leg. She was left in shock. The street saw blood and pain. Speed was the cause.
A 33-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist hit her while she crossed West 45th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her lower leg and foot and was left in shock. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues were cited in the data.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
-
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
-
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
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Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 20 - A sedan hit a woman crossing 8th Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn.
A 41-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 8th Avenue at West 30th Street in Manhattan. She was in a marked crosswalk when the northbound sedan, making a left turn, hit her. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was licensed in New Jersey. No injuries were reported for the driver. The crash underscores the danger of left turns and driver inattention at city intersections.
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SUV Strikes Cyclist on West 34th Street▸May 16 - An SUV hit a cyclist making a U-turn on West 34th. The rider, 22, suffered leg abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the bike. The driver was unhurt.
A 22-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck her on West 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the SUV’s left front bumper hit the bike as the cyclist made a U-turn. The cyclist suffered abrasions to her leg and remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The SUV driver, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. No other injuries were reported. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian on West 40th Street▸May 15 - E-scooter struck a young woman crossing West 40th. She suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was injured when an e-scooter hit her as she crossed West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The e-scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The crash happened away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Cyclist Hits Pedestrian at Unsafe Speed on W 45th▸May 14 - A cyclist struck a woman crossing West 45th. The bike moved too fast. The impact crushed her leg. She was left in shock. The street saw blood and pain. Speed was the cause.
A 33-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist hit her while she crossed West 45th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her lower leg and foot and was left in shock. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues were cited in the data.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
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Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
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Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 16 - An SUV hit a cyclist making a U-turn on West 34th. The rider, 22, suffered leg abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the bike. The driver was unhurt.
A 22-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck her on West 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the SUV’s left front bumper hit the bike as the cyclist made a U-turn. The cyclist suffered abrasions to her leg and remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The SUV driver, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. No other injuries were reported. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
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E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian on West 40th Street▸May 15 - E-scooter struck a young woman crossing West 40th. She suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was injured when an e-scooter hit her as she crossed West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The e-scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The crash happened away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Cyclist Hits Pedestrian at Unsafe Speed on W 45th▸May 14 - A cyclist struck a woman crossing West 45th. The bike moved too fast. The impact crushed her leg. She was left in shock. The street saw blood and pain. Speed was the cause.
A 33-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist hit her while she crossed West 45th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her lower leg and foot and was left in shock. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues were cited in the data.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
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Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
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Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 15 - E-scooter struck a young woman crossing West 40th. She suffered a head abrasion. Police cite improper lane usage. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 20-year-old woman was injured when an e-scooter hit her as she crossed West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The e-scooter driver, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The crash happened away from an intersection, with the pedestrian crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
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Cyclist Hits Pedestrian at Unsafe Speed on W 45th▸May 14 - A cyclist struck a woman crossing West 45th. The bike moved too fast. The impact crushed her leg. She was left in shock. The street saw blood and pain. Speed was the cause.
A 33-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist hit her while she crossed West 45th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her lower leg and foot and was left in shock. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues were cited in the data.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
8
Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
5
Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
27
Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
24
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
12
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 14 - A cyclist struck a woman crossing West 45th. The bike moved too fast. The impact crushed her leg. She was left in shock. The street saw blood and pain. Speed was the cause.
A 33-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist hit her while she crossed West 45th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her lower leg and foot and was left in shock. The cyclist, a 36-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues were cited in the data.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
8
Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
5
Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
27
Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
24
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
22
Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
18
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
15
SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
12
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
- Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
-
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
8
Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
5
Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
- NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-13
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Sedan Strikes Parked Taxi on West 44th▸May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
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Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 8 - A sedan slammed into a parked taxi on West 44th. One driver hurt, shoulder injured. Passengers shaken. Metal bent. Manhattan night, pain and shock in the street.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked taxi at 145 W 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered a shoulder injury and shock. Passengers were shaken but injuries were unspecified. According to the police report, both vehicles were occupied. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The crash left the taxi's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. No mention of helmet or signal use appeared in the report.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
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Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
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Two Cars Collide on West 43rd Street▸May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 6 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd. One driver, age 21, suffered leg injuries. Four others involved. Police list all causes as unspecified. Night, metal, pain, and silence.
Two vehicles, a Carry All and a sedan, collided at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, five people were involved. One driver, a 21-year-old man, was injured in the leg. Four others, including another driver and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. Both vehicles were traveling west. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.
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Pedestrian Struck by Car on West 36th▸May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 5 - A man crossing West 36th was hit by a car’s left front bumper. He suffered bruises. The crash left him conscious but hurt. The police list the cause as unspecified.
A 55-year-old man was crossing West 36th Street in Manhattan when a car traveling east struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. He suffered bruises to his entire body but remained conscious. The police list the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. No mention of helmet or signal is included.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
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Sedan Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
May 1 - A sedan’s right-side doors hit a cyclist on Park Avenue. The cyclist, age 34, suffered arm abrasions. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the rider.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Park Avenue near East 42nd Street in Manhattan. The crash injured a 34-year-old cyclist, who suffered abrasions to his arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east when the sedan’s right-side doors struck the cyclist. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary error cited is vehicular. The system left the cyclist exposed to harm.
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Cyclists Collide Head-On on Eighth Avenue▸Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
Apr 27 - Two cyclists crashed head-on on Eighth Avenue. One man, 44, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cite inattention and improper lane use. The street turned dangerous in a heartbeat.
Two cyclists collided head-on near 689 8th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, a 44-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The injured cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks cyclists face when driver errors occur.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on West 42nd Street▸Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
Apr 24 - A taxi hit a cyclist at West 42nd and Broadway. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite improper lane usage by both drivers. The street saw blood and broken rhythm.
A taxi and a cyclist collided at West 42nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both the taxi driver and the cyclist were making left turns when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor for both parties. The taxi's right front bumper was damaged. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.