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 6
▸ Crush Injuries 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 7
▸ Whiplash 41
▸ Contusion/Bruise 92
▸ Abrasion 101
▸ Pain/Nausea 15
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 17: Two dead at East 59th. Hundreds more hurt. The clock keeps ticking.
Precinct 17: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Two people did not make it home from East 59th Street. One was 81. A 2023 Ford SUV hit and killed her off the corner on a Monday morning in 2024, the right‑front bumper taking her down according to city crash records. A year earlier, a 46‑year‑old man died on his bike at 1st Avenue and East 47th just before 1 a.m. He was ejected and died at the scene, the report listing distraction and alcohol as factors on the cyclist’s side; no other vehicle was recorded in the crash in the same dataset. The loss stands.
Since 2022, this precinct logged 2,289 crashes. Three people died. 1,397 were hurt. Eighteen were seriously injured. SUVs led pedestrian harm here, tied to two deaths and 92 struck walkers, with trucks and buses close behind in severity per precinct totals.
Where the street breaks
The pain clusters on the big corridors. First Avenue tops the list with one death and 54 injuries. Second Avenue adds 100‑plus more injuries across its entries. East 59th Street has two deaths on the roll from the precinct hotspot list. Afternoons cut deep: injuries peak from 2 p.m. through the rush, with spikes at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 5 p.m. by the hour.
The records name causes. “Other” factors dominate the serious harm here, tied to three deaths and 513 injuries. Distraction shows up in 45 injuries. Failure to yield appears again and again. Unsafe speed is logged even when bodies do the talking: a 25‑year‑old cyclist suffered severe head cuts after hitting a parked USPS truck at 2nd Avenue in May; the form marks unsafe speed and distraction on the rider’s side in the city file. Trucks hurt walkers hard: 21 pedestrian cases, three serious vehicle roll‑up.
This year is worse
Year to date, crashes climbed 30% over last year. Injuries rose a quarter. The precinct counts 475 crashes through late August, with 310 injured and four serious cases, compared with 364 crashes and 249 injured by this time last year year‑to‑date stats. Older New Yorkers bear the weight: in the last 12 months, people 75 and up account for two of the deaths age breakdown.
Promises uptown, blood downtown
When two people were killed at Bowery and Canal by a driver charged after topping 100 mph, City Hall said it would “take immediate steps to fortify this intersection” and plan a broader redesign of Canal Street the commissioner said. “As we mourn the loss of the victims of this horrific crash, we are taking immediate steps,” he said. An advocate warned, “the vast majority of the corridor will remain deadly.” same. The city talks redesigns on 14th Street too, with $3 million for planning and a nod to pedestrians as reported. The bodies pile up elsewhere.
What would help here, now
- Harden the turns on 1st and 2nd Avenues. Install daylighting at corners like East 59th and East 34th. Protect crossings where trucks roll heavy.
- Target trucks with enforcement at the worst hours. The city’s own roll‑up shows trucks and buses drive a large share of severe pedestrian injuries here dataset.
- Work the repeat hotspots. First Avenue. Second Avenue. East 59th Street. Fix the geometry; don’t wait for meetings.
Citywide tools that save lives
Lower speed saves life. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. New York City can set safer limits. Advocates call for a citywide 20 mph default and speed‑limiters for repeat offenders; the call is here: Take action. The program that watches speed near schools runs around the clock through 2030. The worst drivers do the worst harm; proposals would force them to cap their speed. The names in this precinct’s log argue the case.
Ben Furnas said it plain after the Chinatown crash: “Canal Street is only as safe as its most dangerous block.” Gothamist. So is First Avenue. So is East 59th. The map keeps its own score.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- 14th Street Redesign Begins Next Year, NY1, Published 2025-08-15
Other Representatives
District 73
353 Lexington Ave, Suite 704, New York, NY 10016
Room 431, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 4
211 East 43rd Street, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10017
212-818-0580
250 Broadway, Suite 1725, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7393
District 28
211 E. 43rd St. Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017
Room 416, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 17 Police Precinct 17 sits in Manhattan, District 4, AD 73, SD 28.
It contains Manhattan CB6, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, United Nations.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 17
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Taxi Collision on 1st Avenue Injures Passenger▸May 30 - Two taxis collided on 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal met metal. The city’s danger played out in a flash.
Two taxis crashed at 1st Avenue and East 38th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers failed to yield the right-of-way. A 31-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The crash underscores the risk passengers face when drivers ignore basic rules.
30
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses For E-Bikes▸May 30 - An e-bike struck Renee Baruch on the Upper West Side. She woke in pain, face broken, spine injured. NYPD cracks down with criminal summonses. Cyclists protest. City Council stalls. Streets stay dangerous. Justice, tangled in policy.
NY1 reported on May 30, 2025, that the NYPD is issuing criminal summonses to e-bike riders for traffic infractions, citing a lack of City Council action on new regulations. Commissioner Tisch told the Council, "Pass e-bike regulations." Cyclists object to criminal charges for minor violations, arguing for civil penalties instead. The article highlights the case of Renee Baruch, hospitalized after an e-bike crash left her with facial fractures and a spinal injury. The NYPD’s new Quality of Life Division targets reckless e-bike use, but without updated laws, criminal summonses remain their only tool. The policy gap leaves vulnerable road users exposed and enforcement inconsistent.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses For E-Bikes,
NY1,
Published 2025-05-30
27
Judge Halts Federal Attack On Tolls▸May 27 - A judge stopped federal threats to choke city funds over congestion pricing. The $9 toll stands. Streets stay crowded. The fight moves to court. Safety projects hang in the balance. The city waits. The deadline looms.
Patch reported on May 27, 2025, that District Judge Lewis Liman issued a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Department of Transportation from withholding federal funding as leverage against New York City's congestion pricing program. The judge's order 'bars the DOT from engaging in any retaliatory measures' and prevents cancellation of the toll, which charges drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. Federal officials had threatened to withhold funds for road and street safety projects if the city continued the program. The order lasts until June 9, keeping the toll in place and leaving critical infrastructure funding uncertain. The article highlights the standoff between federal authorities and city leaders, with safety and mobility projects at risk.
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Judge Halts Federal Attack On Tolls,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-27
21
Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul▸May 21 - City will rip up Fifth Avenue. Sidewalks will double. Lanes for cars will shrink. Trees, benches, and light will fill the space. Pedestrians, long squeezed, will finally get room to breathe. The city bets big on feet, not fenders.
amNY reported on May 21, 2025, that New York City will begin a $400 million redesign of Fifth Avenue in 2028, stretching from Bryant Park to Central Park. Mayor Eric Adams said, 'Fifth Avenue is a bustling boulevard... with more people walking down the street every hour than fill Madison Square Garden during a sold-out Knicks game.' The plan nearly doubles sidewalk widths and expands pedestrian zones, cutting space for vehicles. The redesign adds tree buffers, benches, and stormwater upgrades. Pedestrians make up 70% of avenue traffic but have less than half the space. The overhaul shifts priority from cars to people, aiming to reduce systemic danger and reclaim the street for those on foot.
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Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-21
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit a woman crossing E 53rd at 2nd Ave. She had the signal. Her leg was hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite distraction. System failed to protect the walker.
A station wagon/SUV struck a female pedestrian as she crossed E 53rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and hit her, causing a knee and lower leg injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by people walking, even when following the rules.
19
Bike Strikes Pedestrians on East 39th Street▸May 19 - A bike hit two pedestrians outside a crosswalk on East 39th. Both pedestrians and two on the bike, including a child, suffered abrasions. The crash left all four injured and conscious at the scene.
A bicycle traveling west on East 39th Street struck two pedestrians who were crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, both pedestrians—a 4-year-old girl and a 38-year-old man—sustained head abrasions. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, and a 3-year-old girl riding as a passenger also suffered arm abrasions. All four were injured but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented. The child passenger was noted as wearing a helmet.
19
Taxi Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Hit at 1st Ave▸May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
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USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 30 - Two taxis collided on 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal met metal. The city’s danger played out in a flash.
Two taxis crashed at 1st Avenue and East 38th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers failed to yield the right-of-way. A 31-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The crash underscores the risk passengers face when drivers ignore basic rules.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses For E-Bikes▸May 30 - An e-bike struck Renee Baruch on the Upper West Side. She woke in pain, face broken, spine injured. NYPD cracks down with criminal summonses. Cyclists protest. City Council stalls. Streets stay dangerous. Justice, tangled in policy.
NY1 reported on May 30, 2025, that the NYPD is issuing criminal summonses to e-bike riders for traffic infractions, citing a lack of City Council action on new regulations. Commissioner Tisch told the Council, "Pass e-bike regulations." Cyclists object to criminal charges for minor violations, arguing for civil penalties instead. The article highlights the case of Renee Baruch, hospitalized after an e-bike crash left her with facial fractures and a spinal injury. The NYPD’s new Quality of Life Division targets reckless e-bike use, but without updated laws, criminal summonses remain their only tool. The policy gap leaves vulnerable road users exposed and enforcement inconsistent.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses For E-Bikes,
NY1,
Published 2025-05-30
27
Judge Halts Federal Attack On Tolls▸May 27 - A judge stopped federal threats to choke city funds over congestion pricing. The $9 toll stands. Streets stay crowded. The fight moves to court. Safety projects hang in the balance. The city waits. The deadline looms.
Patch reported on May 27, 2025, that District Judge Lewis Liman issued a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Department of Transportation from withholding federal funding as leverage against New York City's congestion pricing program. The judge's order 'bars the DOT from engaging in any retaliatory measures' and prevents cancellation of the toll, which charges drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. Federal officials had threatened to withhold funds for road and street safety projects if the city continued the program. The order lasts until June 9, keeping the toll in place and leaving critical infrastructure funding uncertain. The article highlights the standoff between federal authorities and city leaders, with safety and mobility projects at risk.
-
Judge Halts Federal Attack On Tolls,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-27
21
Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul▸May 21 - City will rip up Fifth Avenue. Sidewalks will double. Lanes for cars will shrink. Trees, benches, and light will fill the space. Pedestrians, long squeezed, will finally get room to breathe. The city bets big on feet, not fenders.
amNY reported on May 21, 2025, that New York City will begin a $400 million redesign of Fifth Avenue in 2028, stretching from Bryant Park to Central Park. Mayor Eric Adams said, 'Fifth Avenue is a bustling boulevard... with more people walking down the street every hour than fill Madison Square Garden during a sold-out Knicks game.' The plan nearly doubles sidewalk widths and expands pedestrian zones, cutting space for vehicles. The redesign adds tree buffers, benches, and stormwater upgrades. Pedestrians make up 70% of avenue traffic but have less than half the space. The overhaul shifts priority from cars to people, aiming to reduce systemic danger and reclaim the street for those on foot.
-
Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-21
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit a woman crossing E 53rd at 2nd Ave. She had the signal. Her leg was hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite distraction. System failed to protect the walker.
A station wagon/SUV struck a female pedestrian as she crossed E 53rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and hit her, causing a knee and lower leg injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by people walking, even when following the rules.
19
Bike Strikes Pedestrians on East 39th Street▸May 19 - A bike hit two pedestrians outside a crosswalk on East 39th. Both pedestrians and two on the bike, including a child, suffered abrasions. The crash left all four injured and conscious at the scene.
A bicycle traveling west on East 39th Street struck two pedestrians who were crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, both pedestrians—a 4-year-old girl and a 38-year-old man—sustained head abrasions. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, and a 3-year-old girl riding as a passenger also suffered arm abrasions. All four were injured but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented. The child passenger was noted as wearing a helmet.
19
Taxi Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Hit at 1st Ave▸May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
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USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
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Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 30 - An e-bike struck Renee Baruch on the Upper West Side. She woke in pain, face broken, spine injured. NYPD cracks down with criminal summonses. Cyclists protest. City Council stalls. Streets stay dangerous. Justice, tangled in policy.
NY1 reported on May 30, 2025, that the NYPD is issuing criminal summonses to e-bike riders for traffic infractions, citing a lack of City Council action on new regulations. Commissioner Tisch told the Council, "Pass e-bike regulations." Cyclists object to criminal charges for minor violations, arguing for civil penalties instead. The article highlights the case of Renee Baruch, hospitalized after an e-bike crash left her with facial fractures and a spinal injury. The NYPD’s new Quality of Life Division targets reckless e-bike use, but without updated laws, criminal summonses remain their only tool. The policy gap leaves vulnerable road users exposed and enforcement inconsistent.
- NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses For E-Bikes, NY1, Published 2025-05-30
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Judge Halts Federal Attack On Tolls▸May 27 - A judge stopped federal threats to choke city funds over congestion pricing. The $9 toll stands. Streets stay crowded. The fight moves to court. Safety projects hang in the balance. The city waits. The deadline looms.
Patch reported on May 27, 2025, that District Judge Lewis Liman issued a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Department of Transportation from withholding federal funding as leverage against New York City's congestion pricing program. The judge's order 'bars the DOT from engaging in any retaliatory measures' and prevents cancellation of the toll, which charges drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. Federal officials had threatened to withhold funds for road and street safety projects if the city continued the program. The order lasts until June 9, keeping the toll in place and leaving critical infrastructure funding uncertain. The article highlights the standoff between federal authorities and city leaders, with safety and mobility projects at risk.
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Judge Halts Federal Attack On Tolls,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-27
21
Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul▸May 21 - City will rip up Fifth Avenue. Sidewalks will double. Lanes for cars will shrink. Trees, benches, and light will fill the space. Pedestrians, long squeezed, will finally get room to breathe. The city bets big on feet, not fenders.
amNY reported on May 21, 2025, that New York City will begin a $400 million redesign of Fifth Avenue in 2028, stretching from Bryant Park to Central Park. Mayor Eric Adams said, 'Fifth Avenue is a bustling boulevard... with more people walking down the street every hour than fill Madison Square Garden during a sold-out Knicks game.' The plan nearly doubles sidewalk widths and expands pedestrian zones, cutting space for vehicles. The redesign adds tree buffers, benches, and stormwater upgrades. Pedestrians make up 70% of avenue traffic but have less than half the space. The overhaul shifts priority from cars to people, aiming to reduce systemic danger and reclaim the street for those on foot.
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Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-21
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit a woman crossing E 53rd at 2nd Ave. She had the signal. Her leg was hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite distraction. System failed to protect the walker.
A station wagon/SUV struck a female pedestrian as she crossed E 53rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and hit her, causing a knee and lower leg injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by people walking, even when following the rules.
19
Bike Strikes Pedestrians on East 39th Street▸May 19 - A bike hit two pedestrians outside a crosswalk on East 39th. Both pedestrians and two on the bike, including a child, suffered abrasions. The crash left all four injured and conscious at the scene.
A bicycle traveling west on East 39th Street struck two pedestrians who were crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, both pedestrians—a 4-year-old girl and a 38-year-old man—sustained head abrasions. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, and a 3-year-old girl riding as a passenger also suffered arm abrasions. All four were injured but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented. The child passenger was noted as wearing a helmet.
19
Taxi Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Hit at 1st Ave▸May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 27 - A judge stopped federal threats to choke city funds over congestion pricing. The $9 toll stands. Streets stay crowded. The fight moves to court. Safety projects hang in the balance. The city waits. The deadline looms.
Patch reported on May 27, 2025, that District Judge Lewis Liman issued a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Department of Transportation from withholding federal funding as leverage against New York City's congestion pricing program. The judge's order 'bars the DOT from engaging in any retaliatory measures' and prevents cancellation of the toll, which charges drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. Federal officials had threatened to withhold funds for road and street safety projects if the city continued the program. The order lasts until June 9, keeping the toll in place and leaving critical infrastructure funding uncertain. The article highlights the standoff between federal authorities and city leaders, with safety and mobility projects at risk.
- Judge Halts Federal Attack On Tolls, Patch, Published 2025-05-27
21
Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul▸May 21 - City will rip up Fifth Avenue. Sidewalks will double. Lanes for cars will shrink. Trees, benches, and light will fill the space. Pedestrians, long squeezed, will finally get room to breathe. The city bets big on feet, not fenders.
amNY reported on May 21, 2025, that New York City will begin a $400 million redesign of Fifth Avenue in 2028, stretching from Bryant Park to Central Park. Mayor Eric Adams said, 'Fifth Avenue is a bustling boulevard... with more people walking down the street every hour than fill Madison Square Garden during a sold-out Knicks game.' The plan nearly doubles sidewalk widths and expands pedestrian zones, cutting space for vehicles. The redesign adds tree buffers, benches, and stormwater upgrades. Pedestrians make up 70% of avenue traffic but have less than half the space. The overhaul shifts priority from cars to people, aiming to reduce systemic danger and reclaim the street for those on foot.
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Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-21
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit a woman crossing E 53rd at 2nd Ave. She had the signal. Her leg was hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite distraction. System failed to protect the walker.
A station wagon/SUV struck a female pedestrian as she crossed E 53rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and hit her, causing a knee and lower leg injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by people walking, even when following the rules.
19
Bike Strikes Pedestrians on East 39th Street▸May 19 - A bike hit two pedestrians outside a crosswalk on East 39th. Both pedestrians and two on the bike, including a child, suffered abrasions. The crash left all four injured and conscious at the scene.
A bicycle traveling west on East 39th Street struck two pedestrians who were crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, both pedestrians—a 4-year-old girl and a 38-year-old man—sustained head abrasions. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, and a 3-year-old girl riding as a passenger also suffered arm abrasions. All four were injured but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented. The child passenger was noted as wearing a helmet.
19
Taxi Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Hit at 1st Ave▸May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
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Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 21 - City will rip up Fifth Avenue. Sidewalks will double. Lanes for cars will shrink. Trees, benches, and light will fill the space. Pedestrians, long squeezed, will finally get room to breathe. The city bets big on feet, not fenders.
amNY reported on May 21, 2025, that New York City will begin a $400 million redesign of Fifth Avenue in 2028, stretching from Bryant Park to Central Park. Mayor Eric Adams said, 'Fifth Avenue is a bustling boulevard... with more people walking down the street every hour than fill Madison Square Garden during a sold-out Knicks game.' The plan nearly doubles sidewalk widths and expands pedestrian zones, cutting space for vehicles. The redesign adds tree buffers, benches, and stormwater upgrades. Pedestrians make up 70% of avenue traffic but have less than half the space. The overhaul shifts priority from cars to people, aiming to reduce systemic danger and reclaim the street for those on foot.
- Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul, amny, Published 2025-05-21
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit a woman crossing E 53rd at 2nd Ave. She had the signal. Her leg was hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite distraction. System failed to protect the walker.
A station wagon/SUV struck a female pedestrian as she crossed E 53rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and hit her, causing a knee and lower leg injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by people walking, even when following the rules.
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Bike Strikes Pedestrians on East 39th Street▸May 19 - A bike hit two pedestrians outside a crosswalk on East 39th. Both pedestrians and two on the bike, including a child, suffered abrasions. The crash left all four injured and conscious at the scene.
A bicycle traveling west on East 39th Street struck two pedestrians who were crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, both pedestrians—a 4-year-old girl and a 38-year-old man—sustained head abrasions. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, and a 3-year-old girl riding as a passenger also suffered arm abrasions. All four were injured but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented. The child passenger was noted as wearing a helmet.
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Taxi Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Hit at 1st Ave▸May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
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USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 19 - SUV hit a woman crossing E 53rd at 2nd Ave. She had the signal. Her leg was hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite distraction. System failed to protect the walker.
A station wagon/SUV struck a female pedestrian as she crossed E 53rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and hit her, causing a knee and lower leg injury. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by people walking, even when following the rules.
19
Bike Strikes Pedestrians on East 39th Street▸May 19 - A bike hit two pedestrians outside a crosswalk on East 39th. Both pedestrians and two on the bike, including a child, suffered abrasions. The crash left all four injured and conscious at the scene.
A bicycle traveling west on East 39th Street struck two pedestrians who were crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, both pedestrians—a 4-year-old girl and a 38-year-old man—sustained head abrasions. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, and a 3-year-old girl riding as a passenger also suffered arm abrasions. All four were injured but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented. The child passenger was noted as wearing a helmet.
19
Taxi Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Hit at 1st Ave▸May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 19 - A bike hit two pedestrians outside a crosswalk on East 39th. Both pedestrians and two on the bike, including a child, suffered abrasions. The crash left all four injured and conscious at the scene.
A bicycle traveling west on East 39th Street struck two pedestrians who were crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, both pedestrians—a 4-year-old girl and a 38-year-old man—sustained head abrasions. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, and a 3-year-old girl riding as a passenger also suffered arm abrasions. All four were injured but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented. The child passenger was noted as wearing a helmet.
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Taxi Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Hit at 1st Ave▸May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 19 - A taxi struck a woman in a crosswalk on 1st Ave. She suffered a hip injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A 53-year-old woman was hit by a taxi while crossing 1st Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered a hip injury and abrasions. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The taxi driver, a 63-year-old man, was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to people on foot when drivers lose focus.
16
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Lexington and 37th▸May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
-
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 16 - A pickup hit a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The truck showed no damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 61-year-old woman was struck by a pickup truck while crossing Lexington Avenue at East 37th Street. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. She sustained a head injury and severe bleeding, and was described as semiconscious at the scene. The pickup, registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made for the pedestrian.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
-
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
-
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
- Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
- NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-13
11
Taxi Turns, E-Scooter Riders Ejected on E 37th▸May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 11 - Taxi turned left. E-scooter struck. Two riders ejected, concussed, arms battered. Failure to yield and driver distraction listed. Manhattan street, broad daylight. System failed the vulnerable.
Two people riding an e-scooter were ejected and injured when a taxi making a left turn struck them on E 37th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The e-scooter driver and passenger suffered concussions and arm injuries. The taxi sustained no damage. The report lists no helmet use or other contributing factors for the riders. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.
11
USPS Truck Parked, Cyclist Hits Rear, Head Injured▸May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 11 - A cyclist struck the back of a parked USPS truck on 2nd Avenue. He suffered severe head lacerations. Unsafe speed played a role. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark of impact.
A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the rear of a parked USPS truck at 579 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked and showed no damage. The report lists no other contributing factors from the cyclist. No other injuries were reported.
11
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Head Injury on E 53rd▸May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
11
SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 11 - E-scooter slammed center front. Driver, 59, thrown off, hit head, left unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Manhattan street, early morning. Blood on the pavement.
A 59-year-old man driving a Segway e-scooter on E 53rd Street in Manhattan was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The e-scooter struck with its center front end, ejecting the driver and leaving him unconscious with internal and head injuries. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no driver errors beyond the cited confusion.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes E-Scooter on 1st Ave▸May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
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Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 11 - SUV turned left. E-scooter hit. Rider hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Face abrasion. Manhattan street, late night. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV making a left turn on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound e-scooter. The 33-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a facial abrasion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The e-scooter rider was listed as injured, while the SUV driver and a passenger were not. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on Manhattan streets.
9
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
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Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 9 - An SUV hit a woman crossing E 41st Street with the signal. She suffered a hip injury. The crash left her bruised but conscious. The street saw violence in daylight.
A woman crossing E 41st Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan was struck by an SUV. According to the police report, she was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the vehicle hit her. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signaling issues were noted for the pedestrian.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
3
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
May 3 - A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
28
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on E 59th▸Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
26
Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
Apr 28 - SUV struck cyclist turning left on E 59th. Driver inattention listed. Cyclist suffered leg injury. Streets unforgiving. Impact leaves bruises and questions.
A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist making a left turn on E 59th Street at 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 40-year-old woman, was injured in the knee and lower leg, suffering a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary errors were on the part of the SUV driver. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers are distracted.
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Cyclists Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded▸Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
Apr 26 - Two cyclists struck at 2nd Avenue and East 36th. Both hurt. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal met flesh. System failed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two bicyclists, a 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, were injured in a crash at 2nd Avenue and East 36th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision involved two bikes and a sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both cyclists suffered injuries—one to the leg, the other to the arm. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the risk when drivers or riders ignore traffic controls.
18
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes Cyclist on 2nd Ave▸Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.
Apr 18 - A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist riding south on 2nd Ave. The cyclist suffered leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan making a left turn on 2nd Ave at E 56th St struck a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The cyclist wore a helmet. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver or other occupants.