Crash Count for Precinct 17
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,247
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,370
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 306
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 18
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 17?

Blood in the Crosswalk, Silence in the Precinct

Blood in the Crosswalk, Silence in the Precinct

Precinct 17: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 28, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

Three people have died on the streets of Precinct 17 since 2022. Over 1,362 have been injured. Eighteen suffered wounds so grave they may never heal. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care if you are young or old. They do not care if you are careful.

Just this May, a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal at Lexington and East 37th was struck by a truck. She left the scene semiconscious, bleeding from the head (NYC Open Data). In July, a cyclist was crushed at E 41st and 1st Avenue. A sedan turned left. The cyclist’s leg was broken. The street was quiet again by morning.

The old and the young are not spared. Two people over 75 have died here in the last year. Seventeen children have been hurt. The city keeps counting.

The Police: Power and Silence

The police in Precinct 17 have the tools. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on drivers who fail to yield. They can target the corners where blood pools most often. But the silence is heavy. The crashes keep coming.

The city’s leaders talk of Vision Zero. But the streets do not change. The numbers do not lie. “He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene,” police said after firefighter Matthew Goicochea was killed on the FDR Drive. The driver fled. The city moved on.

What Leaders Have Done—And Not Done

The council passed laws to lower speed limits. Albany renewed speed cameras. But the default speed is still too high. The most dangerous drivers keep their keys. The police can enforce the law. The council can demand more. But the dead do not vote.

“A lot of them with musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain,” said FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Joseph Pataky after a bus crash at Port Authority left dozens hurt. The pain lingers. The ramp will not be fixed until 2032.

The Next Step Is Yours

This is not fate. These are not accidents. Every death is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for the next siren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 17 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Manhattan, city council district District 4, assembly district AD 73 and state senate district SD 28.
Which areas are in Precinct 17?
It includes the Murray Hill-Kips Bay, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, United Nations, and Manhattan CB6 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council District District 4, Assembly Districts AD 73 and AD 74, and State Senate Districts SD 28 and SD 59.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 17?
Cars and Trucks: 2 deaths, 192 minor injuries, 51 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries (total 245 incidents). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 3 minor injuries, 5 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries (total 8 incidents). Bikes: 0 deaths, 19 minor injuries, 9 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury (total 29 incidents). [NYC Open Data]
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 17 can enforce speed limits, issue tickets for failure to yield, and target known crash hotspots. They can respond to dangerous conditions and crack down on reckless driving. Every ticket, every patrol, every enforcement action can save a life.
Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
These are not accidents. They are preventable. Every crash is a result of choices—by drivers, by policymakers, by those who enforce or ignore the law.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, fund street redesigns, and demand police enforcement. They can push for laws that protect people, not cars. They can act now, or answer for the next death.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Other Representatives

Alex Bores
Assembly Member Alex Bores
District 73
District Office:
353 Lexington Ave, Suite 704, New York, NY 10016
Legislative Office:
Room 431, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Keith Powers
Council Member Keith Powers
District 4
District Office:
211 East 43rd Street, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10017
212-818-0580
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1725, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7393
Liz Krueger
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
District Office:
211 E. 43rd St. Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017
Legislative Office:
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
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 17

SUV Left Turn Strikes Bicyclist on East 58th

A 37-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a left turn on East 58th Street in Manhattan. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left side doors. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.

According to the police report, at 9:53 AM on East 58th Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan, a 2018 Nissan SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it struck a southbound bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old woman, was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were specified. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers in busy city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747926 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Rear Panel Hits Cyclist on East 45th

SUV slammed into a cyclist’s front wheel on East 45th. The rider flew off, hit his head, and scraped skin. Police blame driver distraction and bad lane use. The street turned violent in seconds.

According to the police report, an SUV struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist on East 45th Street in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. Both vehicles were heading west. The SUV’s right rear quarter panel collided with the bike’s front end. The cyclist was partially ejected, suffering head injuries and abrasions. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, pointing to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but this was not cited as a cause. The SUV carried two people and was traveling straight ahead at impact. Damage was noted to the SUV’s right rear and the bike’s front.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746550 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian at Intersection

A 65-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn on East 34 Street. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:23 on East 34 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 65-year-old female pedestrian, crossing with the signal at the intersection, was injured when a 2016 Ford SUV, traveling east and making a right turn, struck her. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and distraction in urban intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746216 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 25-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 36 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred, causing abrasions and shock.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:03 AM on East 36 Street near Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. A 2015 Kia SUV, driven by a licensed female driver traveling south and making a right turn, struck a 25-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and was reported to be in shock. The police report cites the primary contributing factor as the driver's failure to yield the right-of-way. Alcohol involvement was also noted as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report focuses on the driver's error in yielding, with no indication of fault or error on the pedestrian's part.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746554 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 31st Street

A sedan collided with an e-bike on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The 39-year-old bicyclist suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver for disregarding traffic control, causing the crash and serious injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:46 on East 31st Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2017 Ford sedan traveling south struck a westbound e-bike. The bicyclist, a 39-year-old man, sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the collision. The report identifies "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the primary contributing factor, implicating the sedan driver in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan's left front bumper impacted the e-bike, causing injury to the cyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment, but no victim behavior was cited as contributing. The sedan driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead before the crash. This incident highlights driver error in ignoring traffic controls, resulting in serious harm to a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751556 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Manhattan Avenue

A southbound SUV struck a bicyclist traveling the same direction on 2 Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The SUV’s right front bumper impacted the bike’s rider, causing injury without visible bike damage.

According to the police report, at 13:29 on 2 Avenue near East 39 Street, a GMC SUV traveling south struck a bicyclist also heading south. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact with the cyclist, causing right front quarter panel damage to the vehicle. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected. The bike showed no damage. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The collision occurred while both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report does not attribute fault to the bicyclist or note any victim behavior contributing to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744646 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal Manhattan

A 27-year-old man suffered severe leg injuries while crossing East 50 Street at an intersection. The pedestrian was struck despite crossing with the signal. The crash left him conscious but with fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 50 Street and 2 Avenue in Manhattan at 9:50 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck, resulting in fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. The report does not specify the vehicle type or driver details, nor does it list any contributing factors such as driver errors or pedestrian fault. The absence of noted driver errors in the report leaves the circumstances of the collision unclear, but the pedestrian was legally crossing with the signal at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744694 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Self on Park Avenue

A 63-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a single-vehicle crash on Park Avenue. The sedan struck an object with its left front bumper. Police cited driver inattention and outside distraction as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old male driver operating a 2019 sedan on Park Avenue in Manhattan was injured in a crash at 4:10 a.m. The vehicle, traveling north and going straight ahead, impacted with its left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, remaining conscious throughout. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in New Jersey. This incident underscores the dangers of driver distraction, which directly led to the collision and the driver's injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743372 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Dump Truck Hits Cyclist on East 57th

A dump truck slammed into a cyclist on East 57th. The rider took full-body injuries. Police cite driver distraction and blocked views. Heavy steel met flesh. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.

According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on East 57th Street near 2 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist at 5:42 AM. The cyclist, a 56-year-old man, suffered abrasions and trauma to his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck's right front bumper hit the bike's left front quarter panel. The cyclist wore a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the threat posed by large trucks and distracted driving to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743285 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Cyclist, Blood Pools on 2nd Avenue

A Jeep rolled south on 2nd Avenue. A man on a bike hit the pavement, his leg torn, blood pooling. No helmet. The Jeep showed no damage. The cyclist’s pain marked the corner, another body broken by traffic’s force.

At the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 48th Street in Manhattan, a collision between a Jeep SUV and a cyclist left a 31-year-old man with severe lacerations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A Jeep kept south. A man on a bike fell hard. Blood pooled near his torn leg. His foot split open. No helmet. No damage to the Jeep. Just pain on the pavement.' The report lists the cyclist as injured, suffering 'severe lacerations,' and notes that the SUV sustained no damage. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The police report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The only detail about the cyclist’s behavior is the absence of a helmet, which is mentioned in the narrative but not cited as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets amid heavy vehicle traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740041 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Hits Pedestrian at Park Avenue Intersection

A sedan struck a 59-year-old man crossing East 39 Street at Park Avenue. The impact left him conscious, with abrasions and arm injuries. The car hit him with its right front bumper.

According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing East 39 Street at Park Avenue in Manhattan. A westbound 2019 Honda sedan went straight and struck him with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He remained conscious after the crash. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan had two licensed occupants and sustained damage to the right front bumper. This collision shows the danger pedestrians face at busy intersections when struck by moving vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739746 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist

A southbound bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV making a left turn hit him at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. Driver inattention caused the collision. The cyclist was not ejected and suffered minor bleeding and shock.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:37 near 585 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. A 2020 Mercedes SUV was making a left turn when it struck an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the bike's center back end. The bicyclist sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with minor bleeding and shock noted. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the bicyclist, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain attention during the left turn maneuver. The bicyclist was not ejected and was riding without safety equipment. No victim fault is assigned; the focus remains on the driver's error causing the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739141 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on East 34 Street

A southbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan on East 34 Street. Both drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and contusions. The SUV driver fell asleep, causing the crash that injured three occupants without ejections or life-threatening trauma.

According to the police report, at 7:50 a.m. on East 34 Street near FDR Drive, a southbound Honda SUV collided with the rear of a southbound Honda sedan. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the sedan. The SUV driver was cited for falling asleep, a critical driver error that led to the crash. The sedan carried two occupants: the driver, a 35-year-old man wearing a lap belt, and a 52-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear. Both occupants and the SUV driver sustained contusions and bruises, with injuries to the back and lower extremities. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver, highlighting driver fatigue as the cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Armored Truck Collides with SUV on Madison Avenue

An armored truck struck a sport utility vehicle on Madison Avenue at 4:50 a.m. Two female passengers in the SUV suffered neck and facial contusions. The armored truck driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speed, failing to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:50 a.m. on Madison Avenue involving an armored truck traveling north and a 2023 Ford SUV traveling east. The armored truck driver, who was unlicensed, failed to yield the right-of-way and was driving at an unsafe speed. The point of impact was the armored truck's left front bumper striking the right side doors of the SUV. Two female passengers in the SUV, ages 62 and 56, were injured with contusions to the neck and face, respectively. Both passengers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the armored truck driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740863 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Turns Into E-Scooter, Rider Suffers Head Wounds

A taxi turned on East 44th and 3rd. An e-scooter struck its side. The rider, 26, crashed headfirst, blood pooling on the street. Deep cuts marked his head. He stayed conscious. The city’s rush did not pause.

According to the police report, a taxi turned at the corner of East 44th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. An e-scooter, traveling west, collided with the taxi’s right side. The 26-year-old e-scooter rider was thrown headfirst, suffering severe lacerations to his head. The report states the rider remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors in the collision, with the e-scooter’s impact focused on the taxi’s right rear quarter panel. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the ongoing danger vulnerable road users face from improper vehicle maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739142 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Elderly Pedestrian Hit by Eastbound Bike

A 77-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after a collision with a bike traveling east on 3 Avenue. The pedestrian emerged from behind a parked vehicle amid debris obstruction. The bike showed no damage; the rider was licensed and going straight.

According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 3 Avenue and East 52 Street in Manhattan at 8:22 AM. She sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the crash. The pedestrian was emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The vehicle involved was a bike traveling eastbound, going straight ahead, with no damage reported. The driver was a licensed male from New York. The report cites 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor, indicating environmental hazards played a role. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is noted, but no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. The focus remains on the hazardous conditions and the pedestrian's position relative to the parked vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736050 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bicyclist Ejected in Failure to Yield Crash

A 42-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and injured with facial abrasions on East 50 Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. The cyclist was conscious but suffered moderate injuries, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old female bicyclist traveling north on East 50 Street was involved in a crash caused by a failure to yield right-of-way. The bicyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained abrasions to her face, with an injury severity rated as moderate (3). The report notes that the bicyclist was conscious at the scene and was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a bike with no reported damage, traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The point of impact was the center front end of the bike. The contributing factor cited is failure to yield right-of-way, highlighting driver error as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736414 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Slams Taxi, Rider Ejected and Bleeding

A motorcycle crashed into a taxi’s side on East 57th. The rider flew, arm torn, helmeted head striking pavement. Blood pooled on the street. The bike’s front end crumpled. The city’s traffic violence left another body broken.

According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the side of a taxi as the cab was 'entering parked position' near 226 East 57th Street in Manhattan. The narrative states, 'A motorcycle slammed into a taxi’s side as it pulled to park. The rider flew, arm torn open, helmeted head hitting pavement. The bike’s front end crumpled. Blood pooled where he landed.' The 32-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and arm injuries. The police report lists the rider as wearing a helmet. Both vehicles were traveling east; the motorcycle was 'passing' while the taxi was maneuvering to park. The report does not specify any explicit driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The impact location—center front of the motorcycle and right side doors of the taxi—underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers across traffic lanes. No actions by the injured rider are cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734673 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 39-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV hit her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 GMC SUV traveling south on Park Avenue struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, positioned legally at the intersection. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing facial abrasions and shock to the pedestrian. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732258 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive

A taxi struck the rear of a sedan traveling north on FDR Drive. The impact injured a 70-year-old female passenger in the sedan’s left rear seat. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the collision, leaving the passenger bruised and shocked.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive at 4:00 PM involving a taxi and a sedan both traveling north. The taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance and rear-ended the sedan, impacting the sedan's center front end with the taxi's right rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the taxi driver. A 70-year-old female occupant seated in the sedan's left rear passenger seat suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, contusions, and was in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and tailgating on high-speed roadways. No victim behavior was noted as contributing to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732261 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04