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.
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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
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Ninth Avenue▸Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
10
Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
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Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 22 - A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing with the signal at Ninth Avenue. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious.
A sedan struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of 382 Ninth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The impact caused facial abrasions. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues were noted.
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Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
11
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
10
Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
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Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 22 - A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
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Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
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Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 18 - SUV hit a 63-year-old man in the crosswalk on W 36th Street. The pedestrian suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver turned left. The street stayed busy. The wound was deep.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing W 36th Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The man suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following traffic signals.
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SUV Turns Left, Cyclist Struck on West 30th▸Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
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Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
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Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 15 - SUV cut left on West 30th. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite failure to yield and inattention. Metal against flesh. Another night, another wound.
A cyclist riding south on a bike was struck by an eastbound SUV making a left turn at West 30th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian at E 42nd and Madison▸Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
11
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
10
Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
7
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
4
Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
4
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
4
Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
4
Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
30
Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
18
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
18
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
16
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
14
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
13
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 12 - A cyclist hit a woman crossing with the signal at E 42nd and Madison. She suffered a bruised shoulder. The crash left her conscious but hurt. No driver errors were listed. Danger remains at the intersection.
A 27-year-old woman was injured when a cyclist struck her as she crossed E 42nd Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a contusion to her upper arm and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or helmet use were noted in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at busy Manhattan intersections.
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
11
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
10
Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
7
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
4
Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
4
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
4
Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
4
Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
30
Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
18
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
18
SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
16
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
14
Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
13
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
- Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death, The New York Times, Published 2025-04-12
11
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
10
Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
7
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
4
Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
4
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
4
Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
4
Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
30
Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
- Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-11
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Improper Passing Injures E-Scooter Rider on 34th▸Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
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Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 10 - E-scooter and bike collided on West 34th. Rider struck, left with bruised leg. Police cite improper passing and close following. Streets stay dangerous for those outside cars.
An e-scooter and a bike collided on West 34th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old woman, suffered a bruised leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Following Too Closely.' These driver errors led to the impact. No helmet or signal issues were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
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Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
- Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen, Patch, Published 2025-04-07
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Taxi Passenger Injured on Avenue of the Americas▸Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 4 - A taxi stopped on Avenue of the Americas. A passenger suffered a facial abrasion. Police list injury but no cause. The driver and another occupant were not hurt.
A taxi stopped in traffic on Avenue of the Americas at West 43rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 32-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat suffered a facial abrasion. The driver, age 73, and another occupant were not injured. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The crash left the vehicle undamaged. No further details are provided in the police report.
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Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 4 - A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
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Taxi Struck by E-Bike in Lane Change Crash▸Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 4 - E-bike slammed into taxi’s rear on Park Ave South. Two cyclists injured. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal, flesh, shock. Manhattan night, danger rides the street.
Two men riding an e-bike crashed into the rear of a stopped taxi on Park Avenue South in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe lane changing. Both e-bike riders, aged 30 and 26, suffered injuries to the shoulder and abdomen. The taxi driver and a listed occupant were not reported injured. The police report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
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Taxi Rear-Ended by Pickup on E 44th▸Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Apr 4 - Pickup slammed into taxi’s rear on E 44th. One driver hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Night streets, sudden stop, impact. System failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a taxi on East 44th Street in Manhattan. One driver suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Other Vehicular' factors and 'Following Too Closely.' The taxi was slowing or stopping when the pickup, heading straight, hit its left rear bumper. The report lists no errors by the injured driver. The system allowed a gap to close too fast. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted Driver Hits Parked SUV on 8th Ave▸Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Mar 30 - A sedan traveling north on 8th Avenue struck a parked SUV’s rear bumper. The driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of impact.
According to the police report, at 14:51 on 8th Avenue near West 42nd Street in Manhattan, a 22-year-old male driver of a 2014 sedan was traveling north when he collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2011 SUV. The driver was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The parked SUV was unoccupied, and no other contributing factors were noted. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this incident.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Mar 21 - A 64-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The impact caused pain and shock. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Manhattan intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with West 37th Street around 2:30 PM. The vehicle was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the car. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in pain and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without occupants. This crash highlights the driver's failure to yield as the critical cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Passenger▸Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Mar 18 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The passenger remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on 5th Avenue near West 39th Street in Manhattan. A 2019 Toyota taxi traveling south went straight ahead and impacted the center back end of a 2025 Hyundai sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end striking the sedan's center back end. The right rear passenger of the sedan, a 57-year-old female, sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to both vehicles' front and rear ends, respectively.
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SUV Rear-Ends Pedestrian Along Manhattan Highway▸Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Mar 18 - A 30-year-old man walking along a Manhattan highway suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV struck him from behind. The driver’s failure to maintain distance and distraction caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian bruised and injured.
According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling east on a Manhattan highway struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian walking along the roadway near West 32nd Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was walking with traffic. The collision caused center front end damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian remained conscious but was injured. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior or safety equipment.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Injures Two in Midtown Crash▸Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Mar 16 - Unlicensed sedan driver struck turning SUV near Vanderbilt Ave. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Concussion and bruises reported. Driver inattention and confusion fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed man left a parked position and struck the right front bumper of a southbound SUV making a left turn near 52 Vanderbilt Ave in Manhattan. Both drivers, male, were injured—one suffered a concussion, the other bruises and neck pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Both wore lap belts. Systemic danger rose from driver inattention and confusion, leaving both men hurt.
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Bus and Sedan Collide on W 40 St Avenue of Americas▸Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Mar 14 - A bus traveling east struck a sedan starting from parking on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause, highlighting driver error in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:11 on W 40 St near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A bus traveling east with 50 occupants collided with a sedan also traveling east that was starting from parking. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. There are no victim behaviors listed as contributing factors. The collision resulted in bodily injury to the sedan driver, emphasizing the dangers posed by improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.
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Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.
Mar 13 - A distracted driver struck a 25-year-old woman crossing with the signal on West 42nd Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the collision at a busy intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on West 42nd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The pedestrian, a 25-year-old woman, was crossing the street with the signal when she was struck by a northbound bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary contributing factor but emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The bike showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers at intersections.