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 14
▸ Crush Injuries 7
▸ Severe Bleeding 15
▸ Severe Lacerations 19
▸ Concussion 16
▸ Whiplash 57
▸ Contusion/Bruise 247
▸ Abrasion 113
▸ Pain/Nausea 31
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 18: Death at the Crossroads
Precinct 18: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
Midtown’s kill zone sits in plain sight. Since 2022, 12 people are dead and 1,484 are hurt on streets patrolled by Precinct 18. Pedestrians and cyclists take the hardest blows. The tally runs without pause. City data says so.
W 51st, W 47th, W 58th: names on the map, lives in the balance
Three cyclists died here. Five pedestrians died. The bodies and broken bones pile up at corners we all know: W 51 St (three dead), W 47 St (two dead), and W 58 St (one dead). On April 22, 2024, a taxi driver killed himself and injured a woman crossing with the signal at Sixth and West 47th. The data logs “driver inexperience.” The woman lived. He did not. It’s all in the crash record.
On Feb. 11, 2025, an 83‑year‑old woman crossing with the signal at W 58th and Sixth was hit by a left‑turning SUV. She died. The record shows the turn, the bumper, the age. No comfort. See the entry.
A week later, Feb. 18, a 67‑year‑old on an e‑bike struck a parked SUV on W 51st at Fifth. He died. Another 67‑year‑old cyclist is logged dead in the same event. Two men. Same age. Same block. The system lists ejections, head trauma, “apparent death.” Read the file.
The clock tells on this place
The hurt comes in waves. Injuries spike at noon and the long Midtown afternoon, then again after dark. The dead cluster at 3 p.m., 10 p.m., 5 p.m., and 9 p.m. Four deaths at 3 p.m. Three at 10 p.m. One each at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 9 p.m. The hours and counts sit in the city ledger. There is no mystery here. Only time, impact, and loss.
What hits whom
Pedestrians: five dead, 448 hurt. Cyclists: three dead, 373 hurt. Cars and SUVs do most of the damage to people on foot. Trucks and buses add their share. The breakdown is blunt and public in the rollup.
The official codes point to “inattention/distraction,” bad turns, blown signals. One line towers above the rest: “other.” Nine deaths sit under that word. It explains nothing and says everything. It’s all there in the factors list.
Corners that draw blood
Eight Avenue racks up 25 injuries and four serious cases. West 55th Street posts 33 injuries. W 47th Street records two deaths. W 58th Street holds one death and a serious injury. These aren’t warnings. They’re receipts.
What the city says it will fix elsewhere
After a driver doing more than 100 mph killed two people at Canal and Bowery, the city promised quick work: barriers, narrower lanes, lower speeds on that corridor. “We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” said the transportation commissioner, in a Gothamist report. Advocates answered that most of the street “will remain deadly.” They said it plainly. The same month, NY1 reported the upgrades would follow the crash that killed Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. The DA said Kwok sat on a bench. Cruickshank was riding on a sidewalk. Both died. Read the NY1 piece, and the CBS update on indictments.
Fix the blocks we walk today
We know what helps because we know where and when people are struck. Daylight the corners with clear sight lines. Give walkers a head start at signals. Harden turns at Sixth, Eighth, and the side streets where left turns kill. Focus night enforcement where deaths spike: 9–10 p.m., 3 p.m., and the evening rush. Target the repeat hotspots: 8th Avenue, W 47th, W 58th.
Citywide brakes that save lives
Albany passed a law that lets the city lower speeds. The city can set more 20 mph streets. That is how you dull the blade. The proof sits in the cameras that never sleep. The state renewed 24‑hour school‑zone speed cameras through 2030. Now the next step is to slow the worst drivers. A bill in Albany would require intelligent speed assistance for anyone who racks up heavy points or camera tickets. Read our Take Action page for the calls to make and the numbers behind it.
No more waiting
Four deaths in this precinct this year by late August. Injuries up a third over last year’s pace. The hours are known. The corners are known. Lower the speed. Fix the turns. Hold the line at night. Then keep going.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades, NY1, Published 2025-08-07
- Two Indicted After Chinatown Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-07
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
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▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 18 Police Precinct 18 sits in Manhattan, District 3, AD 67, SD 28.
It contains Manhattan CB4, Manhattan CB5, Hell'S Kitchen, Midtown-Times Square.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 18
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Driver Inattention Triggers Sedan Crash Midtown▸Aug 21 - Two sedans crashed at West 56th and Avenue of the Americas. One driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 11:00 PM on West 56th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 2012 Mercedes, traveling west, was struck on its left rear quarter panel by a 2023 Toyota heading north. The Mercedes driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a driver hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Aug 19 - A 33-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision on West 51 Street near 7 Avenue. The impact involved the left front bumper of an unspecified vehicle traveling south. The cyclist was not ejected but went into shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 PM on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the point of impact as the left front bumper of an unspecified vehicle traveling south. The bicyclist was traveling east and was not wearing any safety equipment. The contributing factors listed are unspecified, with no direct mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike but experienced shock. The collision caused damage to the left front bumper of the vehicle. The report focuses on the collision dynamics without assigning blame to the bicyclist.
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Moped Driver Injured in Manhattan Sedan Collision▸Aug 17 - A moped driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after colliding with a sedan in Manhattan. The crash occurred as the sedan was entering a parked position. The moped driver was not ejected but experienced shock and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 18:43 near West 54 Street in Manhattan. A 39-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining wounds to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped was traveling east, going straight ahead, while the sedan, also traveling east, was entering a parked position. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper, yet neither vehicle showed damage. The moped driver was not ejected but suffered shock and minor bleeding. The sedan driver, a licensed female from New Jersey, had no reported contributing factors. The moped driver held a permit and had unspecified contributing factors listed. The report highlights driver errors related to vehicle positioning and movement, with no blame assigned to the injured moped driver.
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Sedan Slams Parked Truck on 10th Avenue▸Aug 17 - Sedan veered, struck parked box truck in Manhattan. Driver hurt, neck and whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Truck stood still, metal bent. Morning crash, sharp impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 10th Avenue collided with a parked box truck near 610 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 5:47 AM. The sedan, while changing lanes, struck the truck's right front quarter panel. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the sedan operator. The box truck was stationary before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on East 53rd Street▸Aug 15 - Two sedans collided on East 53rd Street in Manhattan at night. The driver of the rear vehicle was speeding, striking the lead sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers were injured with back pain and whiplash, wearing lap belts and remaining conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:38 on East 53rd Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans traveling north collided. The rear vehicle, a 2023 Tesla driven by a licensed male driver, struck the right rear bumper of the lead 2015 Ford sedan. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the rear driver. Both vehicle occupants were injured: the rear passenger and the driver of the lead sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The lead driver’s unsafe speed caused the collision, highlighting the systemic danger of speeding in dense urban environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change by Bus Injures Four▸Aug 14 - Two buses collided on 12 Avenue. Unsafe lane change by a bus driver sent three children and a driver to the hospital with head injuries. Metal crumpled. No one was ejected. The street bore the mark.
According to the police report, two buses collided on 12 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:35. One bus made an unsafe lane change. Four people were hurt: three children, ages 5, 6, and 8, and a 42-year-old male driver. All suffered head injuries, including contusions, whiplash, and abrasions. No one was ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the driver error. Vehicle damage hit the left rear bumper of one bus and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the passengers. The crash shows the danger of reckless maneuvers by heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Taxi Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 21 - Two sedans crashed at West 56th and Avenue of the Americas. One driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 11:00 PM on West 56th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 2012 Mercedes, traveling west, was struck on its left rear quarter panel by a 2023 Toyota heading north. The Mercedes driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash left both vehicles damaged and a driver hurt, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Aug 19 - A 33-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision on West 51 Street near 7 Avenue. The impact involved the left front bumper of an unspecified vehicle traveling south. The cyclist was not ejected but went into shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 PM on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the point of impact as the left front bumper of an unspecified vehicle traveling south. The bicyclist was traveling east and was not wearing any safety equipment. The contributing factors listed are unspecified, with no direct mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike but experienced shock. The collision caused damage to the left front bumper of the vehicle. The report focuses on the collision dynamics without assigning blame to the bicyclist.
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Moped Driver Injured in Manhattan Sedan Collision▸Aug 17 - A moped driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after colliding with a sedan in Manhattan. The crash occurred as the sedan was entering a parked position. The moped driver was not ejected but experienced shock and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 18:43 near West 54 Street in Manhattan. A 39-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining wounds to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped was traveling east, going straight ahead, while the sedan, also traveling east, was entering a parked position. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper, yet neither vehicle showed damage. The moped driver was not ejected but suffered shock and minor bleeding. The sedan driver, a licensed female from New Jersey, had no reported contributing factors. The moped driver held a permit and had unspecified contributing factors listed. The report highlights driver errors related to vehicle positioning and movement, with no blame assigned to the injured moped driver.
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Sedan Slams Parked Truck on 10th Avenue▸Aug 17 - Sedan veered, struck parked box truck in Manhattan. Driver hurt, neck and whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Truck stood still, metal bent. Morning crash, sharp impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 10th Avenue collided with a parked box truck near 610 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 5:47 AM. The sedan, while changing lanes, struck the truck's right front quarter panel. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the sedan operator. The box truck was stationary before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on East 53rd Street▸Aug 15 - Two sedans collided on East 53rd Street in Manhattan at night. The driver of the rear vehicle was speeding, striking the lead sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers were injured with back pain and whiplash, wearing lap belts and remaining conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:38 on East 53rd Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans traveling north collided. The rear vehicle, a 2023 Tesla driven by a licensed male driver, struck the right rear bumper of the lead 2015 Ford sedan. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the rear driver. Both vehicle occupants were injured: the rear passenger and the driver of the lead sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The lead driver’s unsafe speed caused the collision, highlighting the systemic danger of speeding in dense urban environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change by Bus Injures Four▸Aug 14 - Two buses collided on 12 Avenue. Unsafe lane change by a bus driver sent three children and a driver to the hospital with head injuries. Metal crumpled. No one was ejected. The street bore the mark.
According to the police report, two buses collided on 12 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:35. One bus made an unsafe lane change. Four people were hurt: three children, ages 5, 6, and 8, and a 42-year-old male driver. All suffered head injuries, including contusions, whiplash, and abrasions. No one was ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the driver error. Vehicle damage hit the left rear bumper of one bus and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the passengers. The crash shows the danger of reckless maneuvers by heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Taxi Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 19 - A 33-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision on West 51 Street near 7 Avenue. The impact involved the left front bumper of an unspecified vehicle traveling south. The cyclist was not ejected but went into shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 PM on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old man, was injured with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the point of impact as the left front bumper of an unspecified vehicle traveling south. The bicyclist was traveling east and was not wearing any safety equipment. The contributing factors listed are unspecified, with no direct mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike but experienced shock. The collision caused damage to the left front bumper of the vehicle. The report focuses on the collision dynamics without assigning blame to the bicyclist.
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Moped Driver Injured in Manhattan Sedan Collision▸Aug 17 - A moped driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after colliding with a sedan in Manhattan. The crash occurred as the sedan was entering a parked position. The moped driver was not ejected but experienced shock and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 18:43 near West 54 Street in Manhattan. A 39-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining wounds to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped was traveling east, going straight ahead, while the sedan, also traveling east, was entering a parked position. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper, yet neither vehicle showed damage. The moped driver was not ejected but suffered shock and minor bleeding. The sedan driver, a licensed female from New Jersey, had no reported contributing factors. The moped driver held a permit and had unspecified contributing factors listed. The report highlights driver errors related to vehicle positioning and movement, with no blame assigned to the injured moped driver.
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Sedan Slams Parked Truck on 10th Avenue▸Aug 17 - Sedan veered, struck parked box truck in Manhattan. Driver hurt, neck and whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Truck stood still, metal bent. Morning crash, sharp impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 10th Avenue collided with a parked box truck near 610 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 5:47 AM. The sedan, while changing lanes, struck the truck's right front quarter panel. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the sedan operator. The box truck was stationary before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on East 53rd Street▸Aug 15 - Two sedans collided on East 53rd Street in Manhattan at night. The driver of the rear vehicle was speeding, striking the lead sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers were injured with back pain and whiplash, wearing lap belts and remaining conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:38 on East 53rd Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans traveling north collided. The rear vehicle, a 2023 Tesla driven by a licensed male driver, struck the right rear bumper of the lead 2015 Ford sedan. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the rear driver. Both vehicle occupants were injured: the rear passenger and the driver of the lead sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The lead driver’s unsafe speed caused the collision, highlighting the systemic danger of speeding in dense urban environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change by Bus Injures Four▸Aug 14 - Two buses collided on 12 Avenue. Unsafe lane change by a bus driver sent three children and a driver to the hospital with head injuries. Metal crumpled. No one was ejected. The street bore the mark.
According to the police report, two buses collided on 12 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:35. One bus made an unsafe lane change. Four people were hurt: three children, ages 5, 6, and 8, and a 42-year-old male driver. All suffered head injuries, including contusions, whiplash, and abrasions. No one was ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the driver error. Vehicle damage hit the left rear bumper of one bus and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the passengers. The crash shows the danger of reckless maneuvers by heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Taxi Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 17 - A moped driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after colliding with a sedan in Manhattan. The crash occurred as the sedan was entering a parked position. The moped driver was not ejected but experienced shock and minor bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 18:43 near West 54 Street in Manhattan. A 39-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining wounds to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The moped was traveling east, going straight ahead, while the sedan, also traveling east, was entering a parked position. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper, yet neither vehicle showed damage. The moped driver was not ejected but suffered shock and minor bleeding. The sedan driver, a licensed female from New Jersey, had no reported contributing factors. The moped driver held a permit and had unspecified contributing factors listed. The report highlights driver errors related to vehicle positioning and movement, with no blame assigned to the injured moped driver.
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Sedan Slams Parked Truck on 10th Avenue▸Aug 17 - Sedan veered, struck parked box truck in Manhattan. Driver hurt, neck and whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Truck stood still, metal bent. Morning crash, sharp impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 10th Avenue collided with a parked box truck near 610 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 5:47 AM. The sedan, while changing lanes, struck the truck's right front quarter panel. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the sedan operator. The box truck was stationary before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on East 53rd Street▸Aug 15 - Two sedans collided on East 53rd Street in Manhattan at night. The driver of the rear vehicle was speeding, striking the lead sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers were injured with back pain and whiplash, wearing lap belts and remaining conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:38 on East 53rd Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans traveling north collided. The rear vehicle, a 2023 Tesla driven by a licensed male driver, struck the right rear bumper of the lead 2015 Ford sedan. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the rear driver. Both vehicle occupants were injured: the rear passenger and the driver of the lead sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The lead driver’s unsafe speed caused the collision, highlighting the systemic danger of speeding in dense urban environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change by Bus Injures Four▸Aug 14 - Two buses collided on 12 Avenue. Unsafe lane change by a bus driver sent three children and a driver to the hospital with head injuries. Metal crumpled. No one was ejected. The street bore the mark.
According to the police report, two buses collided on 12 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:35. One bus made an unsafe lane change. Four people were hurt: three children, ages 5, 6, and 8, and a 42-year-old male driver. All suffered head injuries, including contusions, whiplash, and abrasions. No one was ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the driver error. Vehicle damage hit the left rear bumper of one bus and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the passengers. The crash shows the danger of reckless maneuvers by heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Taxi Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 17 - Sedan veered, struck parked box truck in Manhattan. Driver hurt, neck and whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Truck stood still, metal bent. Morning crash, sharp impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 10th Avenue collided with a parked box truck near 610 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 5:47 AM. The sedan, while changing lanes, struck the truck's right front quarter panel. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the sedan operator. The box truck was stationary before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on East 53rd Street▸Aug 15 - Two sedans collided on East 53rd Street in Manhattan at night. The driver of the rear vehicle was speeding, striking the lead sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers were injured with back pain and whiplash, wearing lap belts and remaining conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:38 on East 53rd Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans traveling north collided. The rear vehicle, a 2023 Tesla driven by a licensed male driver, struck the right rear bumper of the lead 2015 Ford sedan. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the rear driver. Both vehicle occupants were injured: the rear passenger and the driver of the lead sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The lead driver’s unsafe speed caused the collision, highlighting the systemic danger of speeding in dense urban environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change by Bus Injures Four▸Aug 14 - Two buses collided on 12 Avenue. Unsafe lane change by a bus driver sent three children and a driver to the hospital with head injuries. Metal crumpled. No one was ejected. The street bore the mark.
According to the police report, two buses collided on 12 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:35. One bus made an unsafe lane change. Four people were hurt: three children, ages 5, 6, and 8, and a 42-year-old male driver. All suffered head injuries, including contusions, whiplash, and abrasions. No one was ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the driver error. Vehicle damage hit the left rear bumper of one bus and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the passengers. The crash shows the danger of reckless maneuvers by heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Taxi Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 15 - Two sedans collided on East 53rd Street in Manhattan at night. The driver of the rear vehicle was speeding, striking the lead sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers were injured with back pain and whiplash, wearing lap belts and remaining conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:38 on East 53rd Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans traveling north collided. The rear vehicle, a 2023 Tesla driven by a licensed male driver, struck the right rear bumper of the lead 2015 Ford sedan. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for the rear driver. Both vehicle occupants were injured: the rear passenger and the driver of the lead sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The lead driver’s unsafe speed caused the collision, highlighting the systemic danger of speeding in dense urban environments.
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Unsafe Lane Change by Bus Injures Four▸Aug 14 - Two buses collided on 12 Avenue. Unsafe lane change by a bus driver sent three children and a driver to the hospital with head injuries. Metal crumpled. No one was ejected. The street bore the mark.
According to the police report, two buses collided on 12 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:35. One bus made an unsafe lane change. Four people were hurt: three children, ages 5, 6, and 8, and a 42-year-old male driver. All suffered head injuries, including contusions, whiplash, and abrasions. No one was ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the driver error. Vehicle damage hit the left rear bumper of one bus and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the passengers. The crash shows the danger of reckless maneuvers by heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Taxi Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 14 - Two buses collided on 12 Avenue. Unsafe lane change by a bus driver sent three children and a driver to the hospital with head injuries. Metal crumpled. No one was ejected. The street bore the mark.
According to the police report, two buses collided on 12 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:35. One bus made an unsafe lane change. Four people were hurt: three children, ages 5, 6, and 8, and a 42-year-old male driver. All suffered head injuries, including contusions, whiplash, and abrasions. No one was ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the driver error. Vehicle damage hit the left rear bumper of one bus and the right front bumper of the other. No contributing factors were attributed to the passengers. The crash shows the danger of reckless maneuvers by heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Taxi Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 12 - Taxi struck a 75-year-old woman crossing Madison Avenue with the signal. She suffered head injuries and bruises. Police cite driver illness as a factor. Two taxis involved, only one hit the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 75-year-old woman was struck by a taxi while crossing Madison Avenue at East 54th Street in Manhattan at 8:30 AM. She was crossing with the signal when the crash happened. The report lists the driver’s illness as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and contusions but remained conscious. Two taxis were present; only one struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other driver errors or pedestrian contributing factors are noted in the report.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 10 - A taxi made an unsafe lane change on 11 Avenue, striking a 35-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The impact injured her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the crash occurred, causing left front bumper damage.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 11 Avenue was making a left turn when it executed an unsafe lane change. This driver error led to a collision with a 35-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The taxi's left front bumper was damaged at the center front end impact point. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Nissan taxi at the time. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper lane maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Sedan Hits Pedestrian on West 47th Street▸Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 10 - A sedan traveling north struck a pedestrian on West 47th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shock and injuries. The police report cites pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Toyota sedan was traveling north on West 47th Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with a pedestrian. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries and was in shock. The report identifies 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The focus remains on the pedestrian's confusion as noted by the police, with no blame assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured by Backing Pick-up Truck▸Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 8 - A pedestrian was injured at a Manhattan intersection when a pick-up truck backed unsafely. The truck struck the pedestrian with its left rear bumper. The victim was incoherent and suffered unknown injuries. The driver’s unsafe backing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on West 50 Street in Manhattan was backing unsafely near 8 Avenue around 10:27 p.m. The vehicle struck a male pedestrian located at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck's left rear bumper, which also sustained damage. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious but unspecified. The report explicitly cites "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by vehicle operators failing to back safely in busy urban intersections.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 60th▸Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 8 - A taxi making a left turn hit a 38-year-old woman crossing West 60th Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway was making a left turn onto West 60th Street around 10 p.m. when it struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in yielding created a dangerous situation resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.
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Unlicensed Bicyclists Collide on West 57th Street▸Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 3 - Two unlicensed bicyclists collided head-on on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas. A 29-year-old male rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion and inexperience contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on West 57th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Two bicyclists, both unlicensed, were traveling in opposite directions—one southbound and one northbound—when they collided. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm, and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed damage to their front ends, indicating a head-on collision. The female bicyclist was also unlicensed. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by unlicensed and inexperienced bicyclists navigating busy city streets.
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Taxi Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Bicyclist▸Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Aug 3 - A taxi struck a bicyclist on West 46 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The crash resulted from the taxi driver disregarding traffic control and failing to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:04 on West 46 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was hit by a 2023 Tesla taxi traveling east. The taxi driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield the right-of-way, causing the collision. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the taxi's right front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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SUV Slams Sedan, Injures Two on Columbus▸Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Jul 31 - SUV hit sedan from behind on Columbus Avenue. Two women in the sedan hurt. Both suffered abrasions. Impact crushed metal. Driver reacted to another vehicle. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, at 17:32 on Columbus Avenue near West 59th Street in Manhattan, a southbound Ford SUV rear-ended a Genesis sedan. The SUV driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the crash. Two female passengers in the sedan were injured: one with head abrasions, the other with abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist on East 46 Street▸Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Jul 25 - A 16-year-old bicyclist suffered a moderate shoulder burn after a taxi, parked on East 46 Street, struck him on the right side doors. The cyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 46 Street near Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan at 8:00 AM. A taxi, parked and facing east, made contact with a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the taxi's right rear quarter panel and the bicyclist's right side doors. The bicyclist sustained a moderate burn and an upper arm shoulder injury but was not ejected from his bike. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact. The data focuses on the collision dynamics and injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.
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SUVs Collide at West 50th and 7th Avenue▸Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Jul 24 - Two SUVs crashed at West 50th and 7th Avenue. Drivers and a passenger suffered bruises and trauma. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 19:35 on West 50th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The Chevrolet SUV, heading north, struck the Ford SUV moving west. The Chevrolet's driver suffered shoulder and arm injuries. The Ford's front passenger sustained head trauma and bruises. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The crash left both vehicles with front-end damage. The city’s streets again proved unforgiving, with injury severity level 3 for both injured parties.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Jul 23 - An 18-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a NJ-licensed SUV made a left turn and struck him on West 57 Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the bike’s front and the SUV’s right side doors.
According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda SUV, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was making a left turn on West 57 Street in Manhattan around 16:05 when it collided with an 18-year-old male bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making left turns in busy city streets.
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Taxi Strikes 66-Year-Old Pedestrian in Manhattan▸Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Jul 16 - A 66-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after a taxi struck her on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street. The pedestrian was injured with no reported vehicle damage. Police report lists no contributing factors from either party.
According to the police report, a taxi with three occupants struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian on 12 Avenue near West 48 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The taxi showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any pedestrian actions contributing to the crash. The victim was not ejected and no safety equipment or crossing signals were noted as factors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when no clear driver fault is documented.
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Sedan Turning Left Strikes E-Bike Rider▸Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Jul 13 - A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike rider traveling west on West 57th Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck an e-bike rider traveling west. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the e-bike. The 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. The report does not specify contributing factors but indicates the sedan was turning left, a maneuver often associated with failure to yield to oncoming traffic. No safety equipment was reported on the bicyclist, but no contributing factor was assigned to that. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike showed no damage.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist in Improper Lane Passing▸Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Jul 12 - A 29-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan collided with her bike’s center front end. The crash occurred in Manhattan when the sedan, parked westbound, improperly passed too closely, striking the cyclist’s left side.
According to the police report, the collision happened at West 47 Street in Manhattan around 13:05. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old woman riding westbound, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was parked westbound and struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites the driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely," indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance or proper lane position when passing the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.