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.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 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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SUV Hits Bicyclist on Avenue of Americas▸Jul 5 - A northbound SUV struck a bicyclist making a right turn on Avenue of the Americas. The 38-year-old woman suffered a head contusion but was conscious. Driver inattention caused the collision, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, at 2:30 AM on Avenue of the Americas near West 54th Street in Manhattan, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling north struck a 38-year-old female bicyclist who was making a right turn. The impact occurred at the SUV's left front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Pedestrian Injured by Northbound Truck on 8th Avenue▸Jul 5 - A 39-year-old man suffered back contusions after being struck at an intersection on 8th Avenue. The truck was traveling north, going straight ahead. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured with back contusions at the intersection of 8th Avenue and West 46th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of the crash. The collision involved a northbound 2018 HINO truck traveling straight ahead and an unspecified other vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3). The report focuses on the impact and injury but does not specify driver violations or other systemic causes.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 4 - A 68-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with her, causing knee and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 49 Street and 9 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:23. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Cadillac SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report notes no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers such as left turns at intersections.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist on 54th▸Jul 3 - A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Crosswalk▸Jun 30 - A 21-year-old woman crossing a marked Manhattan crosswalk was struck by a northbound vehicle. The driver’s inattention caused a severe lower leg fracture. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured, highlighting dangers at busy intersections.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured at a marked crosswalk near 747 10 Avenue in Manhattan around 5:15 AM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a northbound vehicle traveling straight ahead struck her at the center front end. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing the driver’s failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This incident underscores the critical role of driver attentiveness in preventing severe injuries to vulnerable road users.
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E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸Jun 25 - E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
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Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 5 - A northbound SUV struck a bicyclist making a right turn on Avenue of the Americas. The 38-year-old woman suffered a head contusion but was conscious. Driver inattention caused the collision, with no vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, at 2:30 AM on Avenue of the Americas near West 54th Street in Manhattan, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling north struck a 38-year-old female bicyclist who was making a right turn. The impact occurred at the SUV's left front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Pedestrian Injured by Northbound Truck on 8th Avenue▸Jul 5 - A 39-year-old man suffered back contusions after being struck at an intersection on 8th Avenue. The truck was traveling north, going straight ahead. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured with back contusions at the intersection of 8th Avenue and West 46th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of the crash. The collision involved a northbound 2018 HINO truck traveling straight ahead and an unspecified other vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3). The report focuses on the impact and injury but does not specify driver violations or other systemic causes.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 4 - A 68-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with her, causing knee and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 49 Street and 9 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:23. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Cadillac SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report notes no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers such as left turns at intersections.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist on 54th▸Jul 3 - A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Crosswalk▸Jun 30 - A 21-year-old woman crossing a marked Manhattan crosswalk was struck by a northbound vehicle. The driver’s inattention caused a severe lower leg fracture. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured, highlighting dangers at busy intersections.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured at a marked crosswalk near 747 10 Avenue in Manhattan around 5:15 AM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a northbound vehicle traveling straight ahead struck her at the center front end. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing the driver’s failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This incident underscores the critical role of driver attentiveness in preventing severe injuries to vulnerable road users.
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E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸Jun 25 - E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
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Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 5 - A 39-year-old man suffered back contusions after being struck at an intersection on 8th Avenue. The truck was traveling north, going straight ahead. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured with back contusions at the intersection of 8th Avenue and West 46th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of the crash. The collision involved a northbound 2018 HINO truck traveling straight ahead and an unspecified other vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3). The report focuses on the impact and injury but does not specify driver violations or other systemic causes.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jul 4 - A 68-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with her, causing knee and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 49 Street and 9 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:23. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Cadillac SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report notes no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers such as left turns at intersections.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist on 54th▸Jul 3 - A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Crosswalk▸Jun 30 - A 21-year-old woman crossing a marked Manhattan crosswalk was struck by a northbound vehicle. The driver’s inattention caused a severe lower leg fracture. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured, highlighting dangers at busy intersections.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured at a marked crosswalk near 747 10 Avenue in Manhattan around 5:15 AM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a northbound vehicle traveling straight ahead struck her at the center front end. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing the driver’s failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This incident underscores the critical role of driver attentiveness in preventing severe injuries to vulnerable road users.
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E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸Jun 25 - E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
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Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 4 - A 68-year-old woman was struck by an SUV making a left turn on West 49 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with her, causing knee and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 49 Street and 9 Avenue in Manhattan at 16:23. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Cadillac SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as 3. The report notes no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers such as left turns at intersections.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist on 54th▸Jul 3 - A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Crosswalk▸Jun 30 - A 21-year-old woman crossing a marked Manhattan crosswalk was struck by a northbound vehicle. The driver’s inattention caused a severe lower leg fracture. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured, highlighting dangers at busy intersections.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured at a marked crosswalk near 747 10 Avenue in Manhattan around 5:15 AM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a northbound vehicle traveling straight ahead struck her at the center front end. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing the driver’s failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This incident underscores the critical role of driver attentiveness in preventing severe injuries to vulnerable road users.
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E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸Jun 25 - E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
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Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 3 - A sedan ran a traffic control and struck a northbound cyclist on West 54th. The rider took the hit to the face. He stayed conscious. The crash left the bike and car scarred. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 54th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist riding north. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a driver error, showing the sedan driver failed to obey signals or signs. 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was also noted as a factor. The sedan's right front bumper and the bike's right front quarter panel were damaged. The cyclist wore a helmet. The report does not assign blame to the injured rider beyond the noted confusion.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian at Crosswalk▸Jun 30 - A 21-year-old woman crossing a marked Manhattan crosswalk was struck by a northbound vehicle. The driver’s inattention caused a severe lower leg fracture. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured, highlighting dangers at busy intersections.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured at a marked crosswalk near 747 10 Avenue in Manhattan around 5:15 AM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a northbound vehicle traveling straight ahead struck her at the center front end. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing the driver’s failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This incident underscores the critical role of driver attentiveness in preventing severe injuries to vulnerable road users.
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E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸Jun 25 - E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
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Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 30 - A 21-year-old woman crossing a marked Manhattan crosswalk was struck by a northbound vehicle. The driver’s inattention caused a severe lower leg fracture. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured, highlighting dangers at busy intersections.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured at a marked crosswalk near 747 10 Avenue in Manhattan around 5:15 AM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a northbound vehicle traveling straight ahead struck her at the center front end. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing the driver’s failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This incident underscores the critical role of driver attentiveness in preventing severe injuries to vulnerable road users.
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E-Scooter Rider Hurt by Broken Pavement▸Jun 25 - E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
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Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 25 - E-scooter struck broken pavement on West 44 Street. Rider’s shoulder fractured, arm twisted. Helmet on. No ejection. Road defect, not rider, caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old man riding an e-scooter east on West 44 Street near 11 Avenue in Manhattan was injured at 8:17 AM. The rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Shoulders Defective/Improper' as contributing factors. The e-scooter hit the defect and sustained center front end damage. The rider was licensed in New Jersey and wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No driver error was cited. The crash highlights the danger of defective road conditions.
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Car Strikes Woman Head-On Before Dawn▸Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 25 - A car moving east on West 58th Street struck a 29-year-old woman head-on before sunrise. Her body was crushed. She died alone in the street, unnamed, as the city slept. The impact left silence and loss in its wake.
According to the police report, a woman was walking in the roadway near West 58th Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan at 3:41 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her head-on. The report states her body was crushed and she died at the scene, 29 years old, alone in the dark. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, and the car was traveling straight ahead. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No information is provided about the vehicle type or the driver. The victim's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but the report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly force of the car and the lack of identified driver error in the report highlight the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets, especially in the early hours.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian During Manhattan Turn▸Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 23 - A sedan hit a 28-year-old woman as she got off a vehicle on West 47 Street. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The crash left her in shock. The street stayed dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at West 47 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan around 12:30 a.m. A sedan, heading south, made a right turn and struck her as she got on or off another vehicle. The impact hit the car’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash underscores the risks pedestrians face at busy Manhattan intersections.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on West 46th▸Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 15 - Sedan hit a 31-year-old man outside an intersection on West 46th. The pedestrian suffered bruises and leg trauma. Police cite driver distraction and road rage. The car showed no damage after impact.
According to the police report, a 2021 sedan traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection at 16:05. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was entering a parked position when it hit the pedestrian, impacting the left rear quarter panel but sustaining no damage. No pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors.
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Distracted Taxi Driver Hits Motorcycle Passenger▸Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 13 - A distracted taxi driver struck a motorcycle traveling east on West 46th Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered serious leg injuries. The taxi was parked at impact, with damage to its left side doors.
According to the police report, a taxi driver, distracted and inattentive, collided with a motorcycle on West 46th Street in Manhattan at 8:40 AM. The taxi was parked and sustained damage to its left side doors upon impact with the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 42-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the taxi driver's failure to maintain attention. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 11 - A 66-year-old man suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after an e-bike traveling east struck him while he crossed with the signal near West 58th Street. The e-bike showed no damage, highlighting the force of impact on the pedestrian.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling eastbound on West 58th Street struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. The e-bike had no reported damage, indicating a significant impact on the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or other violations were explicitly cited. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. This incident underscores the dangers posed by e-bikes to pedestrians, even when crossing legally.
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Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Park Avenue Crash▸Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 11 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion after colliding on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Park Avenue near East 59 Street in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. The injured party was a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained an abrasion to his shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision involved the right side doors of an unspecified vehicle also traveling southbound, which sustained no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding identified. The absence of vehicle damage and the unspecified factors leave the precise cause unclear, but the impact on the bicyclist was significant enough to cause injury.
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Unsafe Backing Injures Elderly Driver on 48th▸Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 10 - A sedan backed unsafely on East 48th. The car struck a parked convertible. An 85-year-old man at the wheel suffered arm abrasions. Police cite unsafe backing and other vehicular factors. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 12:40 p.m. on East 48 Street near Madison Avenue in Manhattan. An 85-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand after his sedan backed unsafely and struck a parked convertible. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end hit the right front bumper of the parked car. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe backing and driver error in city traffic.
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Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Bicyclist on West 52 Street▸Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 10 - A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling east struck him on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision impacted the bike’s front center and the sedan’s left side doors. The boy suffered abrasions to his lower arm.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2014 Toyota sedan on West 52 Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan around 12:54 a.m. The sedan was traveling east, and the bike was traveling south. The point of impact was the bike’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel and side doors. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors or victim behaviors. The driver of the sedan was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. The crash highlights the danger of vehicle-bike interactions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 9 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured with a shoulder contusion after colliding with an SUV making a right turn on West 51 Street. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 51 Street in Manhattan. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a right turn southwest when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead southbound. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The SUV sustained no damage and had no occupants other than the driver. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The impact point was noted as 'Other' on the bike, indicating a collision location not on the vehicle's front or side. No pedestrian or victim fault is indicated in the report.
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Box Truck Turns, Crushes CitiBike Rider on 11th Avenue▸Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 7 - A box truck swung right on 11th Avenue, crushing a 32-year-old CitiBike rider beneath its wheels. The man was thrown clear, lifeless. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street bore witness. No helmet. No time. Only aftermath.
A fatal collision occurred at 11th Avenue and West 50th Street in Manhattan when a box truck turned right and struck a 32-year-old man riding a CitiBike, according to the police report. The report states, 'A box truck turned right. A 32-year-old man on a CitiBike was crushed beneath its weight. No helmet. No time. His body thrown clear. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The bicyclist suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body and was ejected from the bike. The point of impact was the truck's right rear quarter panel, and the CitiBike's center front end. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties, but the narrative centers on the truck's right turn and the resulting deadly impact. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage and continued on after the crash.
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SUV Right Turn Hits Motorcycle Going Straight▸Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 6 - A 36-year-old male motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV made a right turn into his path on West 52 Street in Manhattan. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles, leaving the rider injured but conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:40 on West 52 Street near 10 Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV, traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the motorcycle, which was also traveling north and going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver's action of making a right turn as the critical event leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 2 - An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
May 31 - An e-bike traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 51 Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was injured. The crash involved improper lane usage by the e-bike operator.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at the intersection of West 51 Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 5:30 p.m. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by an e-bike traveling north. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error on the part of the e-bike operator. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage by e-bike riders in busy Manhattan intersections.
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Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
May 26 - A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.