Crash Count for Precinct 26
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,320
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 673
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 197
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 13
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 5
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 13, 2025
Carnage in Precinct 26
Killed 5
Crush Injuries 4
Face 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Lower leg/foot 1
Neck 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Whole body 1
Severe Bleeding 3
Face 2
Head 1
Severe Lacerations 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Concussion 5
Head 4
Back 1
Whiplash 33
Neck 20
+15
Back 8
+3
Head 6
+1
Chest 1
Whole body 1
Contusion/Bruise 39
Lower leg/foot 18
+13
Back 4
Lower arm/hand 4
Shoulder/upper arm 4
Face 3
Head 3
Whole body 3
Neck 1
Abrasion 35
Lower leg/foot 12
+7
Lower arm/hand 7
+2
Head 6
+1
Back 3
Eye 2
Hip/upper leg 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Face 1
Neck 1
Whole body 1
Pain/Nausea 16
Back 7
+2
Lower leg/foot 4
Hip/upper leg 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Chest 1
Neck 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Sep 13, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 26?

Preventable Speeding in Precinct 26 School Zones

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Precinct 26: Crashes pile up on 125th and the Parkway

Precinct 26: Crashes pile up on 125th and the Parkway

Precinct 26: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 27, 2025

Precinct 26 covers Morningside Heights and Manhattanville. From 2022 through Aug 27, 2025, there were 1,307 crashes, leaving 663 injured and 5 dead in this small slice of Manhattan (NYC Open Data).

The toll on these blocks

  • Cyclists took hit after hit: 141 injured and 5 seriously hurt. No cyclist deaths in this period, but the body count rose elsewhere: 4 vehicle occupants and 1 person on another motorized device were killed (NYC Open Data).
  • On the Henry Hudson Parkway, crashes injured 89 and killed at least one driver, including a 66‑year‑old in 2022 (CrashID 4566438).
  • West 125th Street shows another cluster, with 48 injuries logged on that corridor alone (NYC Open Data).

The worst hours stack up late and late-night. Injury peaks hit around 3 PM to 5 PM, then again after 10 PM, with another surge near 11 PM (hourly distribution).

Names behind the numbers

  • Mar 27, 2023, a 28‑year‑old driver was killed near West 121st (CrashID 4616027).
  • May 6, 2023, a 25‑year‑old on an e‑bike died on Convent Ave at West 131st; the dataset lists unsafe speed and passing too closely (CrashID 4627295).
  • Oct 2, 2023, a 35‑year‑old woman died near West 126th (CrashID 4668437).
  • Sep 21, 2022, a 66‑year‑old man died on the Henry Hudson Parkway (CrashID 4566438).
  • Aug 15, 2025, a 62‑year‑old man died at West 127th (CrashID 4836666).

A toy is not in the road here. Just names and times, and the long line of next of kin.

How people are getting hurt

The dataset flags inattention/distraction in at least 17 injuries. Failure to yield and disregarding traffic control appear again and again. Improper turns and improper passing show up too. One bucket—“other”—covers 134 injuries we can’t read past the code (contributing factors).

Pedestrians were hit mostly by sedans and SUVs. The roll‑up shows sedans involved in 33 pedestrian injury cases and SUVs in 28 during this period. Trucks and buses show fewer pedestrian cases here, but the wounds tally all the same (vehicle rollup).

Two corridors keep bleeding

  • Henry Hudson Parkway: fast traffic, hard crashes, 89 injuries and 1 death tied to this corridor in the period. The death came in a northbound Porsche in 2022 (CrashID 4566438).
  • West 125th Street: at least 48 injuries tied to this corridor. Another 20 appear under “W 125 St,” showing the same stretch in a different label (top intersections).

At night, people get hauled into ambulances. Around 11 PM, injuries spike again. The pattern holds, month after month (hourly distribution).

Officials know speed kills

Across the city, speed took two lives in Chinatown in July when a stolen car flew off the Manhattan Bridge and smashed into people at Bowery and Canal. The city said it would “take immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” and narrow lanes, add barriers, and lower limits there (Gothamist; NY1). “We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” said the transportation commissioner (Gothamist). An advocate answered: “the vast majority of the corridor will remain deadly” (Gothamist).

This is not Canal Street. But the lesson crosses precinct lines. Speed leaves bodies.

Fix the blocks we can touch

Precinct 26 has clear moves:

  • Daylight corners and add hardened left turns on 125th and Amsterdam/Broadway nodes where injuries cluster (NYC Open Data).
  • Give walkers a head start with leading pedestrian intervals and enforce failure‑to‑yield at peak evening hours when injuries rise (hourly distribution).
  • On Henry Hudson Parkway, calm the merge zones feeding neighborhood streets and post barrier protection at known hit areas tied to the on/off‑ramps (top intersections).

Citywide choices that stop the pattern

  • Lower speeds citywide. The case is plain in the open data and in the city’s response after Chinatown. Narrow lanes, barriers, lower limits: the playbook is public (Gothamist; NY1).
  • Stop the repeat speeders. Mandate intelligent speed assistance for vehicles that rack up violations, as outlined in the Stop Super Speeders push in our Take Action page.

It is late. The map says where to start. The clock says now.

Citations

Citations
  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Crashes , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-27
  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – Person - Persons , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-27
  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – Vehicles - Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-27
  • City Acts After Canal Street Deaths - Gothamist report , Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
  • Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades - NY1 coverage , NY1, Published 2025-08-07

Other Representatives

Micah Lasher
Assembly Member Micah Lasher
District 69
District Office:
245 W. 104th St., New York, NY 10025
Legislative Office:
Room 534, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Yusef Salaam
Council Member Yusef Salaam
District 9
District Office:
163 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY 10026
212-678-4505
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7397
Cordell Cleare
State Senator Cordell Cleare
District 30
District Office:
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building 163 W. 125th St., Suite 912, New York, NY 10027
Legislative Office:
Room 905, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 26 Police Precinct 26 sits in Manhattan, District 9, AD 69, SD 30.

It contains Manhattan CB9, Morningside Heights, Manhattanville-West Harlem.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 26

21
Drunk Driver Slams BMW on West 125th

Sep 21 - A lone BMW tore north on West 125th, driver drunk and belted. Metal screamed. Concrete took the blow. The man behind the wheel wore the crash on his face. Night swallowed the rest. No passengers. No mercy.

A single-vehicle crash unfolded on West 125th Street near 12th Avenue when a 2015 BMW, traveling northbound, struck with force in the early morning darkness. According to the police report, the 38-year-old male driver was the only occupant. He suffered facial crush injuries and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The sedan's left front bumper absorbed the impact, and no other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the severity of the collision and the role of impaired driving. No mention is made of any victim behaviors contributing to the crash; the focus remains on the driver's actions and the systemic danger posed by driving under the influence.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758247 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
5
Bicyclist Thrown by Broken Pavement on Amsterdam

Sep 5 - A 30-year-old man riding south on Amsterdam Avenue struck defective pavement. He crashed hard. Fractures and dislocations followed. The street’s broken surface caused the harm.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound on Amsterdam Avenue at 22:06 was injured after hitting defective pavement. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocations. He remained conscious. No other vehicles were involved. No driver errors were cited. The report notes the rider was not using any safety equipment, but the primary cause was hazardous road conditions.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753562 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
22
Bicyclist Ejected, Suffers Head Injury on Riverside Drive

Aug 22 - A 36-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury, including a concussion, while traveling north on Riverside Drive. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet and was conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected while riding northbound on Riverside Drive near West 116 Street in Manhattan at 8:26 p.m. The bicyclist sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report notes no damage to the bike or other vehicles involved. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The contributing factors are listed as unspecified, and no driver errors or other vehicle involvement are detailed in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even without clear external vehicle impact or damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4750644 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
2
Cyclist Struck by Vehicle on Morningside Avenue

Aug 2 - A 36-year-old cyclist was hit while riding east on Morningside Avenue. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Both bike and vehicle moved straight. The cyclist stayed conscious. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male cyclist was injured in a crash on Morningside Avenue at 16:20. Both the cyclist and an unspecified vehicle traveled eastbound, going straight. The vehicle struck the bike's right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No victim actions are cited as causes. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3 for the cyclist.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4745649 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
30
Motorcycle Ejected After Rear-End Sedan Crash

Jun 30 - A motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered head injuries after a rear-end collision with a sedan on West 119 Street. The sedan driver’s inattention caused the crash, leaving the motorcyclist incoherent and bleeding from a head wound.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on West 119 Street at 18:33 involving a sedan and a motorcycle both traveling south. The sedan struck the motorcycle at the center back end, causing the motorcyclist to be ejected. The motorcycle rider, a 30-year-old male, sustained head injuries and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, implicating the sedan driver’s failure to maintain focus. The sedan had three occupants, with the driver licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The impact and ejection highlight the severe consequences of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737155 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
10
SUV Driver Inattention Leaves Cyclist Bleeding on West 123rd

Jun 10 - An SUV struck an 18-year-old cyclist on West 123rd Street. The driver’s inattention split the night and the rider’s head. Blood pooled. Four sat in the car. The cyclist, alone, was ejected and left with severe bleeding.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old male cyclist riding alone on West 123rd Street was struck by a westbound Ford SUV near midnight. The report states the SUV had four occupants and was traveling straight ahead when it collided with the cyclist, who was also moving straight. The cyclist was ejected on impact, suffering a severe head injury and heavy bleeding. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, placing responsibility on the SUV driver’s lack of focus. The report also notes the cyclist was listening to headphones and not wearing a helmet, but these details are cited only after the driver’s error. The collision’s violence and aftermath underscore the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733137 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
8
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

Jun 8 - A 27-year-old woman crossing Amsterdam Avenue with the signal was struck by a northbound taxi. The impact caused injury to her elbow and lower arm, leaving her in shock and bleeding. The taxi sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Amsterdam Avenue at an intersection with the crossing signal when she was hit by a northbound taxi. The taxi, a 2014 Nissan operated by a licensed male driver, struck the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The pedestrian suffered minor bleeding and was reported to be in shock. The taxi sustained damage to its center front end. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732881 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
3
Intoxicated Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash

Jun 3 - A female driver, impaired by alcohol, crashed her sedan in Manhattan near 75 LaSalle Street. The impact struck the right front bumper, causing head injuries and incoherence. The driver was the sole occupant and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:32 a.m. in Manhattan near 75 LaSalle Street. The driver, a 33-year-old female, was the only occupant of a 2019 Nissan sedan traveling northbound. The vehicle's right front bumper struck an unspecified object or surface, damaging the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor twice, indicating impairment played a key role in the crash. The driver sustained head injuries with an injury severity level of 3 and was incoherent after the collision. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim behaviors, focusing on the driver's alcohol impairment as the critical cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4729711 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
22
Sedan Lane Change Strikes Motorcycle on Parkway

May 22 - A sedan veered on Henry Hudson Parkway. It hit a motorcycle. The rider took a back abrasion. Both vehicles damaged. Driver inattention led to the crash. The rider stayed conscious. No ejection.

According to the police report, a sedan changing lanes on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a northbound motorcycle. The crash happened at 2 p.m. The motorcycle driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered a back abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause for the sedan driver. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear bumper and the motorcycle’s center front. Both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention during lane changes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727260 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
3
Unlicensed Driver Rear-Ends Taxi in Manhattan

May 3 - A 40-year-old unlicensed sedan driver struck a stopped taxi on West 125th Street. The impact caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:39 on West 125th Street in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male sedan driver, who was unlicensed, rear-ended a stopped taxi. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the taxi’s right rear bumper, which sustained damage. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The taxi driver was licensed and stopped in traffic at the time. The report highlights driver errors by the sedan operator, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4724356 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
29
Motorcycle Rear-Ends Sedan on West 125 Street

Apr 29 - A southbound motorcycle struck the rear of a sedan on West 125 Street. The motorcycle driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured arm. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on West 125 Street at 15:43. A 22-year-old male motorcycle driver traveling south collided with the center back end of a southbound sedan. The motorcycle driver was ejected and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as a severe injury (level 3). The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, was going straight ahead when the motorcycle struck it. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The impact point and vehicle damage were both at the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the motorcycle, indicating a rear-end collision caused by the motorcycle driver’s errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721002 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
24
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Playing on West 125 Street

Apr 24 - A 26-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after a sedan hit her while she played in the roadway. The driver, traveling west, impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s left front bumper, causing shock and contusions.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured on West 125 Street after being struck by a 2016 Chrysler sedan traveling west. The vehicle's left front bumper made contact with the pedestrian, who was playing in the roadway outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s action of playing in the roadway is noted but not cited as a contributing factor by the police. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicles to vulnerable pedestrians in non-intersection areas.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4719713 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
14
Sedan Driver Injured in Left Turn Crash

Apr 14 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision during a left turn on West 136 Street. The crash caused abrasions and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on West 136 Street involving a 2023 Tesla sedan making a left turn. The driver, a 56-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and experienced shock. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southwestbound. Another vehicle was traveling northbound and struck the sedan's right front bumper. No victim blame is noted; the focus remains on the driver's failure to maintain attention while executing the turn, which led to the crash and subsequent injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4719487 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
11
Bus Turns Left, Strikes Parked Sedan

Apr 11 - A bus turning left on West 125 Street hit a parked sedan. The sedan driver, a woman, suffered shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

According to the police report, a bus traveling northwest on West 125 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue struck the left rear bumper of a parked sedan at 16:10. The sedan's 41-year-old female driver was inside, restrained by a lap belt and harness. She experienced shock but no reported bodily injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the sedan driver. The bus was making a left turn when the crash occurred. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The collision damaged the bus's left side doors and the sedan's left rear bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717053 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
9
SUV Rear-Ends Motorcycle on Parkway

Apr 9 - SUV slammed into motorcycle’s rear. Rider ejected. Arm shattered. Distraction behind the wheel. Blood on Henry Hudson Parkway.

According to the police report, at 11:37 AM on Henry Hudson Parkway, a GMC SUV traveling north struck a motorcycle from behind. The impact threw the 53-year-old motorcyclist from his bike. He suffered a fractured, dislocated arm and hand. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. The SUV driver’s lack of focus led to the crash. The motorcyclist wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or victim actions are mentioned.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716265 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
6
Sedan Reverses Into Pedestrian at 125th Street

Apr 6 - A sedan backed into a woman crossing West 125th. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The car was undamaged. The street bore the cost.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of West 125th Street in Manhattan when a sedan struck her while backing into a parked position. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to her lower arm and hand. The sedan, a 2014 Volvo, showed no damage. This crash highlights the danger when drivers reverse without regard for people moving through city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718295 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
3
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue

Apr 3 - A northbound SUV stopped in traffic rear-ended a sedan also traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue. The impact injured a 38-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash. Driver inattention was cited as the crash’s contributing factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Amsterdam Avenue at 15:25. A 2017 Nissan SUV traveling north was stopped in traffic when it rear-ended a 2016 Ford sedan also heading north. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. A 38-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger or other road users. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714577 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
28
Distracted Taxi and Sedan Crash Injures Three

Mar 28 - Taxi and sedan collided on West 127 Street. Three men inside suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, a crash took place at 16:50 on West 127 Street in Manhattan. A taxi and a sedan collided, with impact to the vehicles' sides. Three men—two drivers and a front passenger—were injured, each suffering back pain and shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. All injured parties were inside the vehicles at the time. No pedestrians were involved. The police report makes clear that driver errors led to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714830 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
18
SUV Slams Sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway

Mar 18 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Henry Hudson Parkway. Passenger in sedan suffered facial bruises. Driver followed too closely and reacted late. Impact was hard and sudden. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway rear-ended a sedan moving in the same direction. The SUV driver was cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The crash left a 24-year-old male front passenger in the sedan with facial contusions. He was conscious, not ejected, and protected by an airbag and lap belt. The report lists driver error—failure to keep a safe distance and slow reaction—as the main causes. The collision underscores the danger when drivers do not maintain proper following distance.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710607 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17
11
Pick-up Truck Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist on Amsterdam Avenue

Mar 11 - A 32-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a pick-up truck made a U-turn and collided with him. The crash involved driver distraction and unsafe lane changing, resulting in minor bleeding and shock for the cyclist.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Amsterdam Avenue at 18:22. A 32-year-old male bicyclist, wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a 2019 Ford pick-up truck, traveling west and making a U-turn, struck him on the left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained head injuries with minor bleeding and was in shock. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not cited for any contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the front end of the bike and the left front quarter panel of the truck. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe maneuvers in urban traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709329 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17