Ticketing the Dead: NYPD Polices Cyclists While Drivers Kill

A 22-year-old man suffered severe leg injuries after an SUV driven by a permit-holder changed lanes and struck him outside an intersection. The impact fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg, highlighting dangers of driver inexperience in Manhattan.

According to the police report, a female driver with a learner's permit operating a 2007 Honda SUV was traveling north on East 58th Street near 3 Avenue at 9:08 a.m. The driver was changing lanes when the vehicle's center front end struck a 22-year-old male pedestrian who was in the roadway but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the sole contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian behavior or safety equipment were noted. The collision caused center front end damage to the SUV. This incident underscores the risks posed by inexperienced drivers operating vehicles in busy Manhattan streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715376, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 29-year-old bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan struck him on East 44th Street. The crash involved driver inexperience and inattention, causing significant impact to the cyclist’s front center and left side of the sedan.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:56 AM on East 44th Street in Manhattan. A sedan and a bicycle collided, with the sedan impacting the left side doors and the bicycle sustaining damage to its center front end. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. The evidence points to driver error as the primary cause of the crash, with no contributing fault attributed to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711641, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on 1 Avenue. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, suffered injuries and incoherence. Police cited illness as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and rear of the SUV.

According to the police report, a 2009 sedan driven by a 45-year-old licensed male driver traveling north on 1 Avenue collided with a parked 2016 SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV. The sedan driver was injured and incoherent following the crash, wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists illness as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a possible medical event affecting the driver's control. The SUV was stationary before impact, with its driver licensed and female. Vehicle damage was consistent with a rear-end collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711416, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 65-year-old man suffered head injuries and shock after an e-bike failed to yield right-of-way at an intersection. The collision caused minor bleeding and left the pedestrian injured, highlighting driver inattention and failure to yield as critical factors.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 2 Avenue with the signal when an e-bike traveling south struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, with minor bleeding reported. The report cites the e-bike driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike was going straight ahead at the time of impact, and the collision caused damage to the bike’s center front end. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver errors, particularly failure to yield and distraction, in intersections involving vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710811, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a left turn hit a 17-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. The crash happened at night in Manhattan, with failure to yield right-of-way cited as the cause.

According to the police report, a 2018 Hyundai sedan was making a left turn on East 34th Street in Manhattan at 9:15 p.m. when it struck a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight north. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor in the collision. The sedan driver was licensed in Florida and the crash occurred in Council District 4. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711766, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pick-up truck changed lanes unsafely on 2 Avenue in Manhattan, striking a sedan. The impact hit the sedan’s right side doors. A 23-year-old female front passenger suffered a back injury. The driver errors caused serious harm inside the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:37 on 2 Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan. A pick-up truck traveling west was changing lanes when it collided with a sedan also traveling west. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the truck operator. A 23-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a back injury classified as severity 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision and resulting injury highlight the dangers of improper lane changes in dense urban traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710438, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling south on 2 Avenue hit a male in-line skater riding along the highway. The skater suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause of the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southbound on 2 Avenue struck a 40-year-old male in-line skater who was riding along the highway, not at an intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front quarter panel, causing abrasions and injuries to the skater’s knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was cited for 'Following Too Closely,' indicating failure to maintain a safe distance behind the skater. The skater was conscious and injured but not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted. The collision occurred near East 58 Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front quarter panel, confirming the point of impact. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in maintaining safe following distances on busy city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708125, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi making a left turn collided with a westbound bicyclist on East 37 Street. The cyclist suffered upper leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on East 37 Street was struck by a taxi making a left turn. The point of impact was the taxi's left rear quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain proper attention during the maneuver. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Tesla. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The collision highlights driver error during turning maneuvers as a systemic danger to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707918, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped and sedan collided on East 38 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, unlicensed and traveling north, struck the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The sedan driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries amid driver distraction.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:58 on East 38 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. A moped traveling north struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2018 Audi sedan. The moped driver was unlicensed and the sedan driver was licensed from New Jersey. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old male occupant, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the sedan driver, indicating failure to maintain attention. The moped driver was also noted for driver inattention or distraction. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The sedan driver was not ejected and remained conscious.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707361, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 48-year-old man suffered a hip and upper leg injury after an SUV struck him at an intersection on 2 Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing a collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 AM on 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 48-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by a southbound 2012 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver’s contributing factors as inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian’s compliance with the crossing signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights driver errors and systemic risks at intersections involving turning vehicles and pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707587, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 55-year-old man suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow after being struck on 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured, with no contributing driver errors or victim factors reported in the police data.

According to the police report, a 55-year-old male pedestrian was injured on 3rd Avenue near 712 in Manhattan at approximately 5:30 PM. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his lower arm and hand, described as a severe injury with a severity level of 3. The report lists the pedestrian's action as 'Other Actions in Roadway' but does not identify any contributing driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No vehicle details or driver license status were provided, and no contributing factors were attributed to either the driver or the pedestrian. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision, indicating the impact was significant but survivable. This incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no explicit driver fault is recorded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705307, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan changing lanes struck an e-scooter traveling north on East 44th Street. The e-scooter driver, a 62-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg contusions. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:14 on East 44th Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it impacted the center front end of an e-scooter also traveling north. The e-scooter driver, a 62-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors, specifically linked to the sedan driver. The sedan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, indicating the collision occurred during the lane change maneuver. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703554, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Tesla sedan traveling east collided with a southbound bicyclist on East 58 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. Driver inattention and unsafe speed contributed to the crash, causing serious harm to the vulnerable rider.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male bicyclist was injured after being struck by a 2021 Tesla sedan on East 58 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 11:13 AM. The sedan was traveling straight east while the bicyclist was going straight south. The point of impact was the right side doors of the bike and the center front end of the sedan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained head injuries with a contusion and bruise, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and excessive speed in interactions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703556, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV and sedan collided on 3rd Avenue in Manhattan late at night. The sedan driver suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited unsafe lane changing and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:15 PM on 3rd Avenue near East 36th Street in Manhattan. A 45-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining a severe head injury and becoming unconscious. The report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was changing lanes when it struck the right front bumper of a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel. Both vehicles were registered in New York and operated by licensed male drivers. The SUV had one occupant, while the sedan had two. The sedan driver was not ejected but suffered significant injury. The police report highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe lane changing and distraction, as the primary causes of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703213, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 8-year-old girl crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The child suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the intersection on 1 Avenue.

According to the police report, at 18:07 an SUV traveling west on 1 Avenue was making a left turn when it struck an 8-year-old female pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining facial injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention while turning. The vehicle showed no damage despite the collision. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This incident highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701226, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV making a left turn struck a northbound e-scooter on 1 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor in the collision’s impact and injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:00 AM on 1 Avenue when a 2015 SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, collided with an e-scooter also traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter driver, a 38-year-old woman wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her knee and lower leg and was conscious after the crash. The report explicitly cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to properly observe the e-scooter. No other contributing factors were noted for the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the maneuver. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning movements in mixed traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700988, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An unlicensed 18-year-old female driver collided head-on with a pickup truck on East 40th Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s front center bore the impact. The driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions, conscious but injured. Driver inexperience and distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:40 on East 40th Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan, driven by an 18-year-old unlicensed female, was traveling north when it struck a pickup truck traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the truck’s right front quarter panel. The driver was injured with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan’s airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected. The pickup truck had no occupants. The driver’s unlicensed status and inexperience were key errors leading to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700404, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 59-year-old woman suffered facial contusions after an e-scooter traveling west struck her in the roadway on East 49th Street. The scooter showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.

According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling west on East 49th Street in Manhattan struck a 59-year-old female pedestrian who was located in the roadway but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained facial contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified. The e-scooter driver, a licensed male from New York, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The point of impact was the center front end of the scooter, which sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were described as 'other actions in roadway,' but no further details or contributing factors related to the pedestrian were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699604, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim remained conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:47 AM on East 34 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2019 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The incident highlights driver failure to yield and distraction as the primary causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699830, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 6-year-old boy crossing with the signal was struck by a GMC pick-up truck making a left turn on East 57 Street in Manhattan. The child suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.

According to the police report, a GMC pick-up truck traveling southwest on East 57 Street in Manhattan struck a 6-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The child was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred at 8:28 AM. The pedestrian sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, resulting in shock. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers turning across intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699465, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15