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
Other Representatives
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230 W. 72nd St. Suite 2F, New York, NY 10023
Room 943, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 3
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212-788-6979
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Room 416, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ 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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Cyclist Injured in Sedan Collision on W 51st▸Jul 20 - A sedan struck a cyclist on W 51st. The rider suffered a leg injury. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and a bike collided on West 51st Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, age 20, was injured in the leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved a sedan traveling west and a bike heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors. No other injuries were specified. The report does not list any driver errors beyond the general confusion cited.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Cyclists Injured on E 50th▸Jul 18 - A sedan struck two cyclists on E 50th. Both riders suffered shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
Two cyclists were injured when a sedan collided with them on East 50th Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike, with the contributing factor listed as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both cyclists, aged 32, suffered shoulder injuries—one was ejected and sustained abrasions, the other experienced minor bleeding and shock. The sedan's left front bumper was the point of impact. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver. The report does not mention any helmet use or signaling as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Hurt in Midtown SUV Collision▸Jul 17 - A moped driver was hurt after colliding with an SUV on Avenue of the Americas at W 50th in Midtown. He suffered a leg contusion and shock. Police listed the cause as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
The driver of a moped and the driver of an SUV collided on Avenue of the Americas near W 50th in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained a contusion to his knee/lower leg/foot and was recorded in shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unspecified' and no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight ahead. Police noted the moped’s left front bumper and the SUV’s right front bumper as points of impact. The report records the rider’s injury as a contusion; no ejection was reported.
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Taxi and SUV Crash on Avenue of the Americas▸Jul 17 - A taxi and SUV collided at W 46th. Three people hurt. Drivers ignored signals. Distraction ruled the moment. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
A taxi and an SUV crashed at Avenue of the Americas and W 46th Street in Manhattan. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 56-year-old female passenger, and a 58-year-old male passenger. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact left several with pain and abrasions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 20 - A sedan struck a cyclist on W 51st. The rider suffered a leg injury. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and a bike collided on West 51st Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. One cyclist, age 20, was injured in the leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved a sedan traveling west and a bike heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors. No other injuries were specified. The report does not list any driver errors beyond the general confusion cited.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Cyclists Injured on E 50th▸Jul 18 - A sedan struck two cyclists on E 50th. Both riders suffered shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
Two cyclists were injured when a sedan collided with them on East 50th Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike, with the contributing factor listed as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both cyclists, aged 32, suffered shoulder injuries—one was ejected and sustained abrasions, the other experienced minor bleeding and shock. The sedan's left front bumper was the point of impact. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver. The report does not mention any helmet use or signaling as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Hurt in Midtown SUV Collision▸Jul 17 - A moped driver was hurt after colliding with an SUV on Avenue of the Americas at W 50th in Midtown. He suffered a leg contusion and shock. Police listed the cause as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
The driver of a moped and the driver of an SUV collided on Avenue of the Americas near W 50th in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained a contusion to his knee/lower leg/foot and was recorded in shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unspecified' and no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight ahead. Police noted the moped’s left front bumper and the SUV’s right front bumper as points of impact. The report records the rider’s injury as a contusion; no ejection was reported.
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Taxi and SUV Crash on Avenue of the Americas▸Jul 17 - A taxi and SUV collided at W 46th. Three people hurt. Drivers ignored signals. Distraction ruled the moment. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
A taxi and an SUV crashed at Avenue of the Americas and W 46th Street in Manhattan. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 56-year-old female passenger, and a 58-year-old male passenger. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact left several with pain and abrasions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-20
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Cyclists Injured on E 50th▸Jul 18 - A sedan struck two cyclists on E 50th. Both riders suffered shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
Two cyclists were injured when a sedan collided with them on East 50th Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike, with the contributing factor listed as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both cyclists, aged 32, suffered shoulder injuries—one was ejected and sustained abrasions, the other experienced minor bleeding and shock. The sedan's left front bumper was the point of impact. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver. The report does not mention any helmet use or signaling as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Hurt in Midtown SUV Collision▸Jul 17 - A moped driver was hurt after colliding with an SUV on Avenue of the Americas at W 50th in Midtown. He suffered a leg contusion and shock. Police listed the cause as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
The driver of a moped and the driver of an SUV collided on Avenue of the Americas near W 50th in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained a contusion to his knee/lower leg/foot and was recorded in shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unspecified' and no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight ahead. Police noted the moped’s left front bumper and the SUV’s right front bumper as points of impact. The report records the rider’s injury as a contusion; no ejection was reported.
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Taxi and SUV Crash on Avenue of the Americas▸Jul 17 - A taxi and SUV collided at W 46th. Three people hurt. Drivers ignored signals. Distraction ruled the moment. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
A taxi and an SUV crashed at Avenue of the Americas and W 46th Street in Manhattan. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 56-year-old female passenger, and a 58-year-old male passenger. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact left several with pain and abrasions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
- Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-19
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Cyclists Injured on E 50th▸Jul 18 - A sedan struck two cyclists on E 50th. Both riders suffered shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
Two cyclists were injured when a sedan collided with them on East 50th Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike, with the contributing factor listed as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both cyclists, aged 32, suffered shoulder injuries—one was ejected and sustained abrasions, the other experienced minor bleeding and shock. The sedan's left front bumper was the point of impact. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver. The report does not mention any helmet use or signaling as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Hurt in Midtown SUV Collision▸Jul 17 - A moped driver was hurt after colliding with an SUV on Avenue of the Americas at W 50th in Midtown. He suffered a leg contusion and shock. Police listed the cause as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
The driver of a moped and the driver of an SUV collided on Avenue of the Americas near W 50th in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained a contusion to his knee/lower leg/foot and was recorded in shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unspecified' and no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight ahead. Police noted the moped’s left front bumper and the SUV’s right front bumper as points of impact. The report records the rider’s injury as a contusion; no ejection was reported.
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Taxi and SUV Crash on Avenue of the Americas▸Jul 17 - A taxi and SUV collided at W 46th. Three people hurt. Drivers ignored signals. Distraction ruled the moment. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
A taxi and an SUV crashed at Avenue of the Americas and W 46th Street in Manhattan. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 56-year-old female passenger, and a 58-year-old male passenger. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact left several with pain and abrasions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 18 - A sedan struck two cyclists on E 50th. Both riders suffered shoulder injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
Two cyclists were injured when a sedan collided with them on East 50th Street at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike, with the contributing factor listed as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both cyclists, aged 32, suffered shoulder injuries—one was ejected and sustained abrasions, the other experienced minor bleeding and shock. The sedan's left front bumper was the point of impact. No injuries were reported for the sedan's driver. The report does not mention any helmet use or signaling as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Hurt in Midtown SUV Collision▸Jul 17 - A moped driver was hurt after colliding with an SUV on Avenue of the Americas at W 50th in Midtown. He suffered a leg contusion and shock. Police listed the cause as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
The driver of a moped and the driver of an SUV collided on Avenue of the Americas near W 50th in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained a contusion to his knee/lower leg/foot and was recorded in shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unspecified' and no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight ahead. Police noted the moped’s left front bumper and the SUV’s right front bumper as points of impact. The report records the rider’s injury as a contusion; no ejection was reported.
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Taxi and SUV Crash on Avenue of the Americas▸Jul 17 - A taxi and SUV collided at W 46th. Three people hurt. Drivers ignored signals. Distraction ruled the moment. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
A taxi and an SUV crashed at Avenue of the Americas and W 46th Street in Manhattan. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 56-year-old female passenger, and a 58-year-old male passenger. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact left several with pain and abrasions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
4
Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 17 - A moped driver was hurt after colliding with an SUV on Avenue of the Americas at W 50th in Midtown. He suffered a leg contusion and shock. Police listed the cause as 'Unspecified.' Both drivers were licensed.
The driver of a moped and the driver of an SUV collided on Avenue of the Americas near W 50th in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained a contusion to his knee/lower leg/foot and was recorded in shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unspecified' and no specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed. Both drivers were licensed and were going straight ahead. Police noted the moped’s left front bumper and the SUV’s right front bumper as points of impact. The report records the rider’s injury as a contusion; no ejection was reported.
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Taxi and SUV Crash on Avenue of the Americas▸Jul 17 - A taxi and SUV collided at W 46th. Three people hurt. Drivers ignored signals. Distraction ruled the moment. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
A taxi and an SUV crashed at Avenue of the Americas and W 46th Street in Manhattan. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 56-year-old female passenger, and a 58-year-old male passenger. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact left several with pain and abrasions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
16
DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
14
Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
13
SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
6
SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
4
Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
22
Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 17 - A taxi and SUV collided at W 46th. Three people hurt. Drivers ignored signals. Distraction ruled the moment. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
A taxi and an SUV crashed at Avenue of the Americas and W 46th Street in Manhattan. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old male driver, a 56-year-old female passenger, and a 58-year-old male passenger. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The impact left several with pain and abrasions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
16
DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
14
Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
13
SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
8
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
6
SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
4
Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
3
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
26
Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
26
Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
- Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
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Taxi Driver Hits Worker at Park Avenue Intersection▸Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 14 - The driver of a taxi hit a 59-year-old woman working in the roadway at Park Avenue and E 49th. She suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene. Police list no driver errors.
The driver of a taxi was traveling south on Park Avenue and went straight through the intersection with E 49th. The driver hit a 59-year-old woman who was working in the roadway at the intersection. According to the police report, “the pedestrian suffered a contusion to her arm and was conscious at the scene.” Police list the point of impact as the taxi’s right front bumper. The driver and two passengers were unhurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Pre-crash movement is recorded as going straight ahead and the injured woman was evaluated for an elbow/lower-arm/hand contusion.
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SUVs Collide on West 57th Street in Manhattan▸Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 13 - Two SUVs crashed on West 57th. Both drivers hurt. One in shock. Police cite driver distraction. Metal bent. Lives jarred. Streets unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 332 West 57th Street in Manhattan. Both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries. One driver experienced shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left rear and right front panels of the vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
4
Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 8 - A sedan hit a 26-year-old woman crossing W 55th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The car’s right front struck her. Police list no clear cause.
A sedan traveling west on W 55th Street struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The sedan’s right front quarter panel made contact. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data.
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SUVs Collide on West 52nd, Passenger Injured▸Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 6 - Two SUVs crashed on West 52nd and 12th Avenue. A young passenger took a blow to the head. Metal bent. Engines stopped. The street held the bruise.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 52nd Street and 12th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when they collided. A 20-year-old male passenger in the rear seat suffered a head contusion. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and uninjured. The impact struck the center front of one SUV and the center rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
- Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-06
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Sedan Strikes Two Pedestrians in Midtown Intersection▸Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 4 - A sedan hit two older pedestrians crossing with the signal on 11th Avenue. One suffered head wounds. The other hurt his back. Both remained conscious. The car’s front end took the impact.
Two pedestrians, a 68-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man, were struck by a sedan making a left turn at the intersection of 11th Avenue and West 54th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit them, causing head and back injuries. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specified in the data. Both pedestrians were conscious at the scene.
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Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 9th Ave▸Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jul 3 - Taxi cut left on 9th Ave. Bike rider hit, leg bruised. Blood on the street. Failure to yield. City danger, no escape.
A taxi struck a 37-year-old cyclist on 9th Ave at W 56th St in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a leg injury and was partially ejected from his bike. According to the police report, the crash involved a taxi making a left turn and a cyclist traveling straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.
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E-Bike Rider Hurt in Midtown Collision▸Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jun 27 - An e-bike rider slammed into a vehicle on West 51st. He fell hard. His arm took the blow. Police say following too closely caused the crash.
A 54-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash at West 51st Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered a contusion to his arm after colliding with a vehicle. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the main contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were reported.
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Aggressive Driver Strikes Child on West 57th▸Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jun 26 - A Cadillac SUV hit a child off West 57th. Aggressive driving and inexperience fueled the crash. The boy suffered a bruised shoulder. The street bore the mark of reckless speed.
A Cadillac SUV, traveling west and making a right turn near West 57th Street in Manhattan, struck a male child pedestrian who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The child sustained a shoulder contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver’s actions, as listed in the report, directly contributed to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the danger posed by aggressive, inexperienced drivers to pedestrians, even those not in the roadway.
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Pedicab Driver Injured by Distracted Motorist on 5th Ave▸Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jun 26 - A pedicab driver suffered a back contusion after a distracted driver struck him on 5th Avenue. Impact hit the center rear of the pedicab. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 25-year-old male pedicab driver was injured on 5th Avenue at West 48th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver of another vehicle struck the pedicab's center back end while making a right turn. The pedicab driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signals as factors in this incident.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at W 51st and 8th▸Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jun 24 - A taxi hit a 56-year-old man crossing at W 51st and 8th. The impact tore his leg. Blood on the street. The driver stayed. Police list no clear cause.
A 56-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg after a taxi struck him at the intersection of W 51st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are cited. The taxi showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
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Taxi Crash on Madison Injures Rear Passengers▸Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.
Jun 22 - A taxi struck on Madison Avenue. Two rear passengers hurt. One suffered a concussion. Police cite driver distraction. Steel and glass failed to protect the vulnerable inside.
A taxi crashed on Madison Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 64-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man, were injured. The man suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The driver, a 73-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash left the center front end of the taxi damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting that both injured passengers wore lap belts.