Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 30?
Blood on Broadway: No More Excuses, No More Dead Pedestrians
Precinct 30: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll on Our Streets
A man steps into the crosswalk. A cyclist rides home at dusk. The engine noise is the last thing they hear. In Precinct 30, the numbers do not lie. Three people have died. Five more suffered serious injuries. In the last twelve months alone, one death, four serious injuries, 162 hurt—all within a few square miles. The dead do not get a second chance. The injured carry it forever.
Pedestrians and cyclists take the brunt. An SUV struck a cyclist on St. Nicholas Avenue. A sedan hit a pedestrian at Broadway and West 143rd. A van turned into a moped on St. Nicholas. The list is long. The pain is silent. The street remembers every name, even if the city forgets.
Leadership: Words, Laws, and Silence
The city talks about Vision Zero. The state passed Sammy’s Law, giving New York City the power to lower speed limits. But the limit stays high. Speed cameras work, but their future is always in doubt. The law that keeps them running is set to expire again. Each delay is a risk. Each risk is a life.
The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket reckless drivers. They can target crash hotspots. But action is not a press release. It is a summons, a checkpoint, a patrol car parked where the crashes happen.
The Cost of Delay
The families wait for answers. Some get a bill from the city for a broken police car. Some get nothing at all. After a deadly police pursuit, the family of Samuel Williams demanded justice. The city sent them an invoice. The NYPD stayed silent, citing litigation. The attorney called it a “deadly maneuver” for a minor violation NY Daily News.
Every day without action is another day of blood on the street.
What You Can Do
Call your Council Member. Call the Mayor. Call the precinct. Demand lower speed limits. Demand real enforcement. Demand that every crash is treated as a crime scene, not a cost of doing business. Do not wait for another name on the list.
Citations
▸ Citations
- NYPD Officer Veers Into Dirt Biker’s Path, NY Daily News, Published 2024-12-23
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752337 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- NYPD Officer Veers Into Dirt Biker’s Path, NY Daily News, Published 2024-12-23
Other Representatives
District 70
163 W. 125th St. Suite 911, New York, NY 10027
Room 532, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 9
163 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY 10026
212-678-4505
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7397
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 30 Police Precinct 30 sits in Manhattan, District 9, AD 70.
It contains Manhattan CB9, Manhattanville-West Harlem, Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 30
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at West 135th▸SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
- Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers, amny, Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
- Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-29
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Improper Turn Sends SUV Driver to Hospital▸Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Two SUVs collided on West 145th and Broadway. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite improper turning. Steel met steel. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at West 145th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. One driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The report lists no pedestrian or cyclist injuries. The police note that the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors are mentioned in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Passengers▸Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Two passengers hurt as SUV and sedan collide on Broadway at West 145th. Metal crunches. Shock and pain. Streets run red with risk. No clear cause named. The city grinds on.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Broadway and West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, two passengers—a 43-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man—suffered injuries, including neck and arm trauma. Both were in shock. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
2Unsafe Speed and Lane Change Injure Three on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three men hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and lane changes. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The road did not forgive mistakes.
Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. Three men, including both drivers and a front passenger, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and shoulder. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south when unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing led to the collision. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors for both drivers. No other factors are cited. The crash left metal bent and people in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on Broadway Corner▸A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A sedan struck a teenage cyclist at Broadway and West 143rd. The crash left the rider injured and in shock. Police cite improper turning. The street saw pain, metal, and error.
A sedan collided with a 17-year-old bicyclist at Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered arm injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The driver and a passenger in the sedan were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The report lists no cyclist errors. The impact left the young rider hurt and the street marked by another preventable crash.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
- Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death, The New York Times, Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
- Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
- Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen, Patch, Published 2025-04-07
2Truck and Sedan Collide on Broadway; Two Suffer Head Injuries▸Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.
A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.
Pedestrian Struck at Broadway and West 143rd▸A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.
A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.
A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.