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 8
▸ Crush Injuries 9
▸ Severe Bleeding 19
▸ Severe Lacerations 17
▸ Concussion 16
▸ Whiplash 43
▸ Contusion/Bruise 170
▸ Abrasion 118
▸ 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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Midtown’s daily toll on foot and bike
Precinct 14: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 15, 2025
Just after midday on Oct 10, 2025, a taxi driver hit an 18‑year‑old on a bike on Park Avenue South near 425. Police recorded the driver’s inattention and the rider’s ejection. The teenager survived with leg injuries (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Oct 9: a driver opened into a man on an e‑bike outside 516 9th Avenue; he was ejected and fractured his leg (NYC Open Data).
- Oct 6: a taxi driver going straight hit a person crossing with the signal at W 44 St and 9th Avenue; police cited failure to yield by the driver (NYC Open Data).
- Oct 5: a driver in an SUV hit a 25‑year‑old on an e‑bike at W 42 St and Broadway; police recorded driver distraction (NYC Open Data).
The pattern doesn’t let up
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Precinct 14 there have been 3,387 crashes, 1,740 people injured, and 8 people killed. Forty‑five were seriously hurt (NYC Open Data). Pedestrians bear the brunt: 5 deaths and 622 injuries. People on bikes: 1 death and 390 injuries. Heavy vehicles are part of the story too: trucks and buses were involved in 58 pedestrian injury incidents, with 3 pedestrian deaths citywide in this precinct’s rollup (NYC Open Data).
Late afternoons hit hard. Injuries peak around 4 PM to 5 PM with 130 and 124 hurt in those hours across the period. Nights don’t spare anyone; deaths also mark the 10 PM and 11 PM hours (NYC Open Data).
Known corners, familiar blood
Avenue of the Americas. West 42nd Street. These are among the top corridors for harm here, with repeated injuries and deaths tallied over the period (NYC Open Data). Police coding points to named failures we can fix: driver inattention and distraction; failure to yield; unsafe speed; running lights; and improper passes (NYC Open Data).
On Sep 24, 2025, a Midtown hit‑and‑run near Bryant Park left a 50‑year‑old visitor dead. “When a German tourist is decapitated in Midtown by a reckless driver with a fake plate, you simply have to scream,” wrote Streetsblog the next day (Streetsblog).
Precinct 14 knows where to start
Target the rush hours. Enforce yielding at crosswalks on West 42nd Street and along Sixth Avenue. Run dooring and loading stings on 9th Avenue. Daylight corners. Add hardened turns and leading pedestrian intervals. Protect the bike approaches to Times Square and the Midtown core. Focus truck routing and loading on blocks where injuries stack up. These are basic moves; the data point you to them (NYC Open Data).
The city’s tools are on the shelf
Citywide, lower speeds save lives. Our own data show speed and failure to yield in the mix here. Albany already renewed 24/7 school‑zone speed cameras through 2030, and NYC can use them. The next step is to stop the worst repeat offenders: the proposed Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would force chronic violators to use devices that keep their cars within the limit (Take Action).
Your representatives here are Council Member Erik D. Bottcher, Assembly Member Alex Bores, and State Senator Liz Krueger. The public record here does not list sponsorships. They can back this bill now. What gives?
Do one thing today
Ask City Hall to set safer speeds, and Albany to pass the limiter bill. It takes five minutes. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4846401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-15
- Thursday’s Headlines: Expletive-Laced Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-09-25
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Alex Bores
District 73
Council Member Erik D. Bottcher
District 3
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
▸ 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
23
Congestion Pricing Tolls Face Legal Showdown▸May 23 - Tolls still hang over Third Avenue. Deadlines pass. Courts hold the answer. Fewer cars enter Manhattan. Millions flow to transit. The fight is bureaucratic, not on the street. Riders wait. The city’s pulse slows, but the outcome is uncertain.
West Side Spirit reported on May 23, 2025, that New York’s congestion pricing tolls remain in place despite three missed federal deadlines to remove them. The article details a standoff between the MTA, New York State, and U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy, who demands the tolls be taken down, threatening to withhold highway funds. The MTA argues the legality of the tolls and seeks a court injunction, stating, 'congestion pricing is legal and proper.' The system, operational since January 2025, has reduced daily vehicle entries into Manhattan’s core by 76,000 in April and raised $159 million in the first quarter. The dispute highlights tensions over funding priorities and the impact on lower-income drivers, but the courts, not drivers or pedestrians, will decide the fate of the tolls.
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Congestion Pricing Tolls Face Legal Showdown,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-23
22
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 22 - A bus hit a woman in the crosswalk on West 34th Street. She was walking with the signal. The impact left her bruised and bleeding from the face. Police cited driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by a bus while crossing West 34th Street at Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. She suffered facial injuries, specifically a contusion, and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were noted. The data does not mention any helmet or signal violations by the pedestrian. The collision highlights the risks pedestrians face, even when following traffic signals, in areas with heavy vehicle traffic.
22
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on 8th Avenue▸May 22 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at unsafe speed on 8th Avenue near West 35th Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a bruised arm. Both vehicles moved north. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed open. The city stayed dangerous.
A crash on 8th Avenue at West 35th Street in Manhattan left a 28-year-old e-scooter driver injured. According to the police report, both the sedan and the e-scooter were traveling north when the sedan struck the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver suffered a contusion to the arm. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other injuries were reported. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The crash highlights the risks vulnerable road users face when drivers ignore speed limits and traffic signals.
21
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.
16
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.
14
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
May 23 - Tolls still hang over Third Avenue. Deadlines pass. Courts hold the answer. Fewer cars enter Manhattan. Millions flow to transit. The fight is bureaucratic, not on the street. Riders wait. The city’s pulse slows, but the outcome is uncertain.
West Side Spirit reported on May 23, 2025, that New York’s congestion pricing tolls remain in place despite three missed federal deadlines to remove them. The article details a standoff between the MTA, New York State, and U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy, who demands the tolls be taken down, threatening to withhold highway funds. The MTA argues the legality of the tolls and seeks a court injunction, stating, 'congestion pricing is legal and proper.' The system, operational since January 2025, has reduced daily vehicle entries into Manhattan’s core by 76,000 in April and raised $159 million in the first quarter. The dispute highlights tensions over funding priorities and the impact on lower-income drivers, but the courts, not drivers or pedestrians, will decide the fate of the tolls.
- Congestion Pricing Tolls Face Legal Showdown, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-23
22
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 22 - A bus hit a woman in the crosswalk on West 34th Street. She was walking with the signal. The impact left her bruised and bleeding from the face. Police cited driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by a bus while crossing West 34th Street at Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. She suffered facial injuries, specifically a contusion, and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were noted. The data does not mention any helmet or signal violations by the pedestrian. The collision highlights the risks pedestrians face, even when following traffic signals, in areas with heavy vehicle traffic.
22
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on 8th Avenue▸May 22 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at unsafe speed on 8th Avenue near West 35th Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a bruised arm. Both vehicles moved north. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed open. The city stayed dangerous.
A crash on 8th Avenue at West 35th Street in Manhattan left a 28-year-old e-scooter driver injured. According to the police report, both the sedan and the e-scooter were traveling north when the sedan struck the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver suffered a contusion to the arm. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other injuries were reported. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The crash highlights the risks vulnerable road users face when drivers ignore speed limits and traffic signals.
21
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
20
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.
16
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.
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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.
-
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
May 22 - A bus hit a woman in the crosswalk on West 34th Street. She was walking with the signal. The impact left her bruised and bleeding from the face. Police cited driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by a bus while crossing West 34th Street at Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. She suffered facial injuries, specifically a contusion, and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other contributing factors were noted. The data does not mention any helmet or signal violations by the pedestrian. The collision highlights the risks pedestrians face, even when following traffic signals, in areas with heavy vehicle traffic.
22
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on 8th Avenue▸May 22 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at unsafe speed on 8th Avenue near West 35th Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a bruised arm. Both vehicles moved north. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed open. The city stayed dangerous.
A crash on 8th Avenue at West 35th Street in Manhattan left a 28-year-old e-scooter driver injured. According to the police report, both the sedan and the e-scooter were traveling north when the sedan struck the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver suffered a contusion to the arm. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other injuries were reported. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The crash highlights the risks vulnerable road users face when drivers ignore speed limits and traffic signals.
21
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
20
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.
16
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.
14
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
May 22 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at unsafe speed on 8th Avenue near West 35th Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a bruised arm. Both vehicles moved north. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed open. The city stayed dangerous.
A crash on 8th Avenue at West 35th Street in Manhattan left a 28-year-old e-scooter driver injured. According to the police report, both the sedan and the e-scooter were traveling north when the sedan struck the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver suffered a contusion to the arm. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other injuries were reported. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The crash highlights the risks vulnerable road users face when drivers ignore speed limits and traffic signals.
21
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
20
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.
16
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.
14
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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.
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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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
16
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.
14
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
14
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
14
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
-
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
14
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
-
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
-
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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
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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
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
- Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-05-12
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
- E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash, 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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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.
Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
- NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-27
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.
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.