About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 6
▸ Crush Injuries 5
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 14
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 7
▸ Whiplash 52
▸ Contusion/Bruise 93
▸ Abrasion 59
▸ Pain/Nausea 32
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 32: Nights of sirens, days of pain
Precinct 32: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
- A 3‑year‑old, crossing with the signal at Lenox and West 135th, was struck by a left‑turning SUV and killed. Her mother was hurt. It was early evening. The police file is blunt: “Making Left Turn.” NYC Open Data crash ID 4739974.
- A 59‑year‑old on a bike was killed after a collision with a bus at Lenox and West 138th, just after midnight. NYC Open Data crash ID 4789910.
- A 42‑year‑old motorcyclist died on Harlem River Drive before dawn. The bike was “demolished.” NYC Open Data crash ID 4712117.
These are names somewhere. Here they are numbers.
Harlem’s 32nd Precinct has logged 2,005 crashes, 4 deaths, and 1,078 injuries since 2022. Pedestrians: 221 hurt, 1 killed. Cyclists: 164 hurt, 1 killed. NYC Open Data.
Three corners. One fix.
Pain clusters where the lanes run wide and fast. 8th Avenue leads our list with 89 injuries and 3 serious injuries. Harlem River Drive has 105 injuries, 1 death. 7th Avenue has 74 injuries. NYC Open Data.
The patterns repeat. Left turns crush people at corners. Bikes get hit on Saint Nicholas and Lenox. Two wheels go down under SUVs and taxis. See the turning crashes: “Making Left Turn,” “Turning,” “Wide Turn.” The dataset shows them again and again. NYC Open Data.
Simple work saves lives: daylight the corners, harden the turns, give walkers a head start. Do it first at 8th Avenue, Harlem River Drive ramps, and Saint Nicholas. Then keep going. (Analysis from local crash records: top sites, turning patterns.) NYC Open Data.
Nights are loud. Nights are lethal.
Crashes pile up after dark. Midnight is worst: 68 injuries and 3 serious injuries in the 12 a.m. hour. Evening brings another swell; 8–9 p.m. sits high. Dawn hurts too. Hourly distribution.
Heavy metal hits hard. SUVs and cars drive most of the harm to pedestrians here: 186 pedestrian injury events tied to those vehicles, with 1 death and 4 serious injuries. Trucks and buses add more. Vehicle rollup.
Contributing factors in our precinct read like a shrug. “Inattention/Distraction.” “Failure to Yield.” “Disregarded Traffic Control.” The largest bucket is “Other,” with 2 deaths, 347 injuries, and 10 serious injuries. It doesn’t explain. It doesn’t have to. The bodies do. Small‑area analysis.
Officials know what works — do they?
Across the city, promises follow funerals. After two people were killed at Canal and Bowery by a car doing more than 100 mph, DOT said it would “take immediate steps to fortify this intersection.” Gothamist. “We are taking immediate steps,” the commissioner said. Gothamist. NY1 said upgrades are coming there after the deaths. NY1.
The same tools work in Harlem. Narrow lanes. Protect crossings. Slow the turns. Make the change before the next siren.
Citywide fixes. Local lives.
- Lower speeds save lives. The city can act. Advocates are pushing to drop the default to 20 mph and to rein in repeat speeders. See our call to action and the bills tied to speed control. Take action.
- A small group of drivers do large harm. Speed cameras are 24/7 through 2030. The next step is forcing the worst offenders to slow down with in‑car limiters. Take action.
This is Precinct 32. Four dead. More than a thousand injured. The map doesn’t lie. The hours don’t lie. The corners don’t lie.
Act now. Or count the next one here.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades, NY1, Published 2025-08-07
- Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter, New York Post, Published 2025-07-21
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
District 30
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building 163 W. 125th St., Suite 912, New York, NY 10027
Room 905, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 32 Police Precinct 32 sits in Manhattan, District 9, AD 70, SD 30.
It contains Manhattan CB10, Harlem (North).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 32
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BMW rear-ends slowing cars on Harlem▸Aug 24 - Northbound BMW hit slowing cars on Harlem River Drive. Right front into rear quarters. Two occupants hurt. Others rattled. Aggressive driving named. Chaos in the dark cut steel and flesh.
A northbound BMW struck two slowing vehicles on Harlem River Drive. Two occupants were injured: a 26-year-old male driver with a head injury and concussion, and a 26-year-old female front passenger with a shoulder bruise. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular, Aggressive Driving/Road Rage, Other Vehicular.” The BMW’s right front bumper hit the right rear of a Subaru SUV and the left rear quarter of a Toyota sedan, both listed as slowing or stopping. Driver errors include Aggressive Driving/Road Rage and Other Vehicular actions. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported in this multi-vehicle crash.
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Right-turning driver hits man at W 141st▸Aug 22 - A driver turning right at W 141st and Frederick Douglass hit a 49-year-old man in the intersection. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. He had the signal. He suffered a leg bruise.
A driver in a sedan turned right at W 141 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. He hit a 49-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The man was crossing with the signal. He was conscious and suffered a contusion to the lower leg. The sedan was a 2003 Honda with no reported damage. The crash took place in the 32nd Precinct area at W 141 St.
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Driver hits teen in Lenox Terrace▸Aug 21 - A sedan rolled east on W 135th. The right front bumper struck a 14‑year‑old girl crossing with the signal at Lenox Terrace Place. She went down with a leg bruise. Distraction and inexperience at the wheel. The street bore the blow.
A sedan traveling east on W 135 St struck a 14-year-old pedestrian at Lenox Terrace Pl. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a lower-leg contusion. According to the police report, the crash listed “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also flags “Driver Inexperience.” The vehicle’s right front bumper was the point of impact. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report classifies her injury as non-fatal but injured. The crash involved one sedan going straight ahead; no vehicle damage was recorded. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian; she had the walk signal.
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U-turning driver hits cyclist on W 135th▸Aug 20 - A driver in a sedan made a U-turn at Frederick Douglass and W 135th and hit a southbound cyclist. The rider suffered facial injuries and stayed conscious. Morning crash in Manhattan. Police cite driver inattention.
According to the police report, at about 7:50 a.m. at W 135 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd, a driver in a 2022 Toyota sedan made a U-turn while heading south and hit a southbound bicyclist who was going straight. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man, was injured with a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The report lists one injured cyclist and no other injured people. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the driver. The bike’s front end was struck. The sedan showed damage on the right front. Both vehicles were traveling south before impact. The crash occurred in Manhattan’s 32nd Precinct area. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the contributing factor.
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Driver Turns Left, Hits Cyclist on ACP▸Aug 18 - A driver turned left across Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 149 St in Manhattan. The 45-year-old rider suffered abrasions and elbow/lower-arm/hand injuries. Police cite driver inattention.
At Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and W 149 St in Manhattan, a driver making a left turn struck a southbound bicyclist. The 45-year-old male rider was injured and conscious with an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Records show the turning vehicle had center-front damage and the bicycle took impact on its left front quarter. Police note the driver’s action as making a left turn across the cyclist’s path. No other contributing factors are named in the report.
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SUV Turns Right and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 16 - A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave. The 59-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. Police recorded Passing Too Closely.
A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 59-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Passing Too Closely." The report lists driver actions including Making Right Turn with impact at the right front quarter/bumper. Police recorded the point of impact on the bike and SUV as the right front quarter panel and right front bumper. The bicyclist's listed contributing factors are Unspecified.
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SUV passenger distraction injures cyclist▸Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
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SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
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Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 24 - Northbound BMW hit slowing cars on Harlem River Drive. Right front into rear quarters. Two occupants hurt. Others rattled. Aggressive driving named. Chaos in the dark cut steel and flesh.
A northbound BMW struck two slowing vehicles on Harlem River Drive. Two occupants were injured: a 26-year-old male driver with a head injury and concussion, and a 26-year-old female front passenger with a shoulder bruise. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular, Aggressive Driving/Road Rage, Other Vehicular.” The BMW’s right front bumper hit the right rear of a Subaru SUV and the left rear quarter of a Toyota sedan, both listed as slowing or stopping. Driver errors include Aggressive Driving/Road Rage and Other Vehicular actions. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported in this multi-vehicle crash.
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Right-turning driver hits man at W 141st▸Aug 22 - A driver turning right at W 141st and Frederick Douglass hit a 49-year-old man in the intersection. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. He had the signal. He suffered a leg bruise.
A driver in a sedan turned right at W 141 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. He hit a 49-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The man was crossing with the signal. He was conscious and suffered a contusion to the lower leg. The sedan was a 2003 Honda with no reported damage. The crash took place in the 32nd Precinct area at W 141 St.
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Driver hits teen in Lenox Terrace▸Aug 21 - A sedan rolled east on W 135th. The right front bumper struck a 14‑year‑old girl crossing with the signal at Lenox Terrace Place. She went down with a leg bruise. Distraction and inexperience at the wheel. The street bore the blow.
A sedan traveling east on W 135 St struck a 14-year-old pedestrian at Lenox Terrace Pl. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a lower-leg contusion. According to the police report, the crash listed “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also flags “Driver Inexperience.” The vehicle’s right front bumper was the point of impact. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report classifies her injury as non-fatal but injured. The crash involved one sedan going straight ahead; no vehicle damage was recorded. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian; she had the walk signal.
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U-turning driver hits cyclist on W 135th▸Aug 20 - A driver in a sedan made a U-turn at Frederick Douglass and W 135th and hit a southbound cyclist. The rider suffered facial injuries and stayed conscious. Morning crash in Manhattan. Police cite driver inattention.
According to the police report, at about 7:50 a.m. at W 135 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd, a driver in a 2022 Toyota sedan made a U-turn while heading south and hit a southbound bicyclist who was going straight. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man, was injured with a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The report lists one injured cyclist and no other injured people. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the driver. The bike’s front end was struck. The sedan showed damage on the right front. Both vehicles were traveling south before impact. The crash occurred in Manhattan’s 32nd Precinct area. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the contributing factor.
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Driver Turns Left, Hits Cyclist on ACP▸Aug 18 - A driver turned left across Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 149 St in Manhattan. The 45-year-old rider suffered abrasions and elbow/lower-arm/hand injuries. Police cite driver inattention.
At Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and W 149 St in Manhattan, a driver making a left turn struck a southbound bicyclist. The 45-year-old male rider was injured and conscious with an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Records show the turning vehicle had center-front damage and the bicycle took impact on its left front quarter. Police note the driver’s action as making a left turn across the cyclist’s path. No other contributing factors are named in the report.
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SUV Turns Right and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 16 - A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave. The 59-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. Police recorded Passing Too Closely.
A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 59-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Passing Too Closely." The report lists driver actions including Making Right Turn with impact at the right front quarter/bumper. Police recorded the point of impact on the bike and SUV as the right front quarter panel and right front bumper. The bicyclist's listed contributing factors are Unspecified.
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SUV passenger distraction injures cyclist▸Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
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SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
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Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 22 - A driver turning right at W 141st and Frederick Douglass hit a 49-year-old man in the intersection. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. He had the signal. He suffered a leg bruise.
A driver in a sedan turned right at W 141 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. He hit a 49-year-old pedestrian in the intersection. According to the police report, the driver was making a right turn and police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The man was crossing with the signal. He was conscious and suffered a contusion to the lower leg. The sedan was a 2003 Honda with no reported damage. The crash took place in the 32nd Precinct area at W 141 St.
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Driver hits teen in Lenox Terrace▸Aug 21 - A sedan rolled east on W 135th. The right front bumper struck a 14‑year‑old girl crossing with the signal at Lenox Terrace Place. She went down with a leg bruise. Distraction and inexperience at the wheel. The street bore the blow.
A sedan traveling east on W 135 St struck a 14-year-old pedestrian at Lenox Terrace Pl. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a lower-leg contusion. According to the police report, the crash listed “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also flags “Driver Inexperience.” The vehicle’s right front bumper was the point of impact. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report classifies her injury as non-fatal but injured. The crash involved one sedan going straight ahead; no vehicle damage was recorded. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian; she had the walk signal.
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U-turning driver hits cyclist on W 135th▸Aug 20 - A driver in a sedan made a U-turn at Frederick Douglass and W 135th and hit a southbound cyclist. The rider suffered facial injuries and stayed conscious. Morning crash in Manhattan. Police cite driver inattention.
According to the police report, at about 7:50 a.m. at W 135 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd, a driver in a 2022 Toyota sedan made a U-turn while heading south and hit a southbound bicyclist who was going straight. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man, was injured with a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The report lists one injured cyclist and no other injured people. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the driver. The bike’s front end was struck. The sedan showed damage on the right front. Both vehicles were traveling south before impact. The crash occurred in Manhattan’s 32nd Precinct area. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the contributing factor.
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Driver Turns Left, Hits Cyclist on ACP▸Aug 18 - A driver turned left across Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 149 St in Manhattan. The 45-year-old rider suffered abrasions and elbow/lower-arm/hand injuries. Police cite driver inattention.
At Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and W 149 St in Manhattan, a driver making a left turn struck a southbound bicyclist. The 45-year-old male rider was injured and conscious with an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Records show the turning vehicle had center-front damage and the bicycle took impact on its left front quarter. Police note the driver’s action as making a left turn across the cyclist’s path. No other contributing factors are named in the report.
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SUV Turns Right and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 16 - A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave. The 59-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. Police recorded Passing Too Closely.
A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 59-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Passing Too Closely." The report lists driver actions including Making Right Turn with impact at the right front quarter/bumper. Police recorded the point of impact on the bike and SUV as the right front quarter panel and right front bumper. The bicyclist's listed contributing factors are Unspecified.
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SUV passenger distraction injures cyclist▸Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
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SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
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Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 21 - A sedan rolled east on W 135th. The right front bumper struck a 14‑year‑old girl crossing with the signal at Lenox Terrace Place. She went down with a leg bruise. Distraction and inexperience at the wheel. The street bore the blow.
A sedan traveling east on W 135 St struck a 14-year-old pedestrian at Lenox Terrace Pl. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a lower-leg contusion. According to the police report, the crash listed “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The data also flags “Driver Inexperience.” The vehicle’s right front bumper was the point of impact. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report classifies her injury as non-fatal but injured. The crash involved one sedan going straight ahead; no vehicle damage was recorded. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian; she had the walk signal.
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U-turning driver hits cyclist on W 135th▸Aug 20 - A driver in a sedan made a U-turn at Frederick Douglass and W 135th and hit a southbound cyclist. The rider suffered facial injuries and stayed conscious. Morning crash in Manhattan. Police cite driver inattention.
According to the police report, at about 7:50 a.m. at W 135 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd, a driver in a 2022 Toyota sedan made a U-turn while heading south and hit a southbound bicyclist who was going straight. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man, was injured with a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The report lists one injured cyclist and no other injured people. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the driver. The bike’s front end was struck. The sedan showed damage on the right front. Both vehicles were traveling south before impact. The crash occurred in Manhattan’s 32nd Precinct area. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the contributing factor.
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Driver Turns Left, Hits Cyclist on ACP▸Aug 18 - A driver turned left across Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 149 St in Manhattan. The 45-year-old rider suffered abrasions and elbow/lower-arm/hand injuries. Police cite driver inattention.
At Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and W 149 St in Manhattan, a driver making a left turn struck a southbound bicyclist. The 45-year-old male rider was injured and conscious with an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Records show the turning vehicle had center-front damage and the bicycle took impact on its left front quarter. Police note the driver’s action as making a left turn across the cyclist’s path. No other contributing factors are named in the report.
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SUV Turns Right and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 16 - A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave. The 59-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. Police recorded Passing Too Closely.
A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 59-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Passing Too Closely." The report lists driver actions including Making Right Turn with impact at the right front quarter/bumper. Police recorded the point of impact on the bike and SUV as the right front quarter panel and right front bumper. The bicyclist's listed contributing factors are Unspecified.
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SUV passenger distraction injures cyclist▸Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
10
SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
2
Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 20 - A driver in a sedan made a U-turn at Frederick Douglass and W 135th and hit a southbound cyclist. The rider suffered facial injuries and stayed conscious. Morning crash in Manhattan. Police cite driver inattention.
According to the police report, at about 7:50 a.m. at W 135 St and Frederick Douglass Blvd, a driver in a 2022 Toyota sedan made a U-turn while heading south and hit a southbound bicyclist who was going straight. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man, was injured with a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The report lists one injured cyclist and no other injured people. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction by the driver. The bike’s front end was struck. The sedan showed damage on the right front. Both vehicles were traveling south before impact. The crash occurred in Manhattan’s 32nd Precinct area. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the contributing factor.
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Driver Turns Left, Hits Cyclist on ACP▸Aug 18 - A driver turned left across Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 149 St in Manhattan. The 45-year-old rider suffered abrasions and elbow/lower-arm/hand injuries. Police cite driver inattention.
At Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and W 149 St in Manhattan, a driver making a left turn struck a southbound bicyclist. The 45-year-old male rider was injured and conscious with an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Records show the turning vehicle had center-front damage and the bicycle took impact on its left front quarter. Police note the driver’s action as making a left turn across the cyclist’s path. No other contributing factors are named in the report.
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SUV Turns Right and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 16 - A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave. The 59-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. Police recorded Passing Too Closely.
A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 59-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Passing Too Closely." The report lists driver actions including Making Right Turn with impact at the right front quarter/bumper. Police recorded the point of impact on the bike and SUV as the right front quarter panel and right front bumper. The bicyclist's listed contributing factors are Unspecified.
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SUV passenger distraction injures cyclist▸Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
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SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
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Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 18 - A driver turned left across Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 149 St in Manhattan. The 45-year-old rider suffered abrasions and elbow/lower-arm/hand injuries. Police cite driver inattention.
At Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and W 149 St in Manhattan, a driver making a left turn struck a southbound bicyclist. The 45-year-old male rider was injured and conscious with an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, contributing factors included “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” Records show the turning vehicle had center-front damage and the bicycle took impact on its left front quarter. Police note the driver’s action as making a left turn across the cyclist’s path. No other contributing factors are named in the report.
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SUV Turns Right and Hits Cyclist▸Aug 16 - A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave. The 59-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. Police recorded Passing Too Closely.
A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 59-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Passing Too Closely." The report lists driver actions including Making Right Turn with impact at the right front quarter/bumper. Police recorded the point of impact on the bike and SUV as the right front quarter panel and right front bumper. The bicyclist's listed contributing factors are Unspecified.
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SUV passenger distraction injures cyclist▸Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
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SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
2
Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 16 - A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave. The 59-year-old woman suffered a shoulder injury and a contusion. Police recorded Passing Too Closely.
A driver in an SUV turned right and hit a southbound bicyclist at W 145 St and Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 59-year-old woman, was injured and suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Passing Too Closely." The report lists driver actions including Making Right Turn with impact at the right front quarter/bumper. Police recorded the point of impact on the bike and SUV as the right front quarter panel and right front bumper. The bicyclist's listed contributing factors are Unspecified.
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SUV passenger distraction injures cyclist▸Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
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SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
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Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 14 - At 560 Lenox Ave, an SUV stopped. A bike came near. Distraction inside the SUV led to impact. The cyclist went down. Hurt arm. Bruised. Manhattan night. Sirens and streetlight glare.
A bike and an SUV collided at 560 Lenox Ave in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder and upper-arm contusion. An SUV passenger also had an unspecified injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Other Vehicular” and “Passenger Distraction.” The data lists the SUV as stopped in traffic while the bike was making a right turn. Driver-side errors are flagged as “Other Vehicular,” and passenger distraction is cited, underscoring inside-the-car hazards that spill into the street. The report notes no damage to the SUV and ejection of the cyclist.
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SUV driver turning right hits scooter in Harlem▸Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
2
Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
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Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 10 - The driver of an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass near West 132nd and hit a man on a motorized scooter. He bled from the face, semiconscious, partly ejected. Police recorded causes as unspecified.
A driver in an SUV turned right on Frederick Douglass Boulevard near West 132nd Street in Manhattan and hit a 32-year-old man on a motorized scooter who was traveling straight. He was partially ejected, bled from the face, and was semiconscious. According to the police report, the SUV driver was making a right turn and the scooter was going straight. According to the police report, both drivers were licensed. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors are detailed in the report. The 60-year-old female SUV driver and a 60-year-old female occupant were unhurt.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths▸Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
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City Acts After Canal Street Deaths,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-07
2
Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
31
Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 7 - A driver sped off the Manhattan Bridge, killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. City rushes barriers, lowers speed limits. Canal Street stays deadly. Grief, action, but danger remains.
Gothamist (2025-08-07) reports two people died when a driver, charged with vehicular homicide, sped at 109 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and crashed at Bowery and Canal. The city will add barriers, lower speed limits, and narrow lanes. Transportation Commissioner Rodriguez said, "We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection." Advocates warn most of Canal Street remains dangerous. Seven have died on this corridor since 2011. Community redesign meetings are now scheduled sooner in response to the crash.
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
2
Merging Driver Hits Cyclist at Lenox▸Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
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Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
31
Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
31
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
-
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Aug 2 - A driver merged at West 132nd and Lenox and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider suffered a bruised knee and lower leg. Police recorded improper lane use.
At West 132nd Street and Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, the driver of a sedan merged and hit a cyclist who was traveling straight westbound. The crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. Impact came from the sedan’s right front bumper. The 34-year-old man on the bike suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Records show both were moving west before impact. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor.
31
Eastbound Sedans Crash on W 145, Driver Hurt▸Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
31
Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
31
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
-
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 31 - Two eastbound drivers collided on W 145 at Bradhurst. One driver suffered neck pain. Three occupants listed with unspecified injuries. One was parked at impact. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
Drivers of two eastbound sedans crashed on W 145 St at Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. A third sedan was listed as parked at the time of impact. One 27-year-old driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three occupants, ages 51, 51, and 64, were listed with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. "According to the police report, contributing factors are 'Unspecified,' and police recorded no driver errors." The reports list points of impact as right front and right rear bumpers on the moving vehicles and left rear bumper on the parked vehicle.
31
Right-Rear Impact Injures Driver on Harlem River Drive▸Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
31
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
-
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 31 - Southbound on Harlem River Drive, a driver in a sedan took a right-rear hit. The 32-year-old man suffered a back bruise. A passenger was unhurt. Cause listed as unspecified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
A driver in a 2018 Alfa sedan was going straight south on Harlem River Drive in Manhattan. Impact landed at the right rear quarter panel. The 32-year-old male driver was injured with a back contusion. A 32-year-old female passenger was not reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Unspecified.' Police recorded no specific driver errors beyond 'Unspecified.' The driver held a valid New Jersey license. The crash occurred at 13:38. The file lists the point of impact and damage as the same area, the right rear. The report does not identify other vehicles.
31
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 31 - A Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider flew to the pavement. The driver fled. The bike’s red light blinked in the dark. Police arrested the unlicensed driver two hours later. The rider remains critical.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-31) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver in a Nissan SUV struck a 65-year-old e-bike rider on Second Ave. near 15th St., leaving the cyclist with serious head trauma. The driver fled, drove on the sidewalk, and later took the SUV to a car wash. He confessed to police after turning himself in two hours later, saying he fled because he lacked a license. The article notes, 'He now faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license.' The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The crash highlights persistent dangers from unlicensed drivers and gaps in enforcement.
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-31
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
-
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
- City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
27
Alcohol Crash on Harlem Ramp Hurts Driver, Child▸Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
-
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 27 - A driver in a BMW crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp after 10 p.m. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. The driver was hurt. A child passenger was hurt. Metal crumpled on the right front.
A 32-year-old woman driving a 2022 BMW sedan crashed on the Harlem River Drive ramp in Manhattan. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. Police recorded alcohol involvement by the driver. She suffered head and internal injuries. A child passenger was also injured. Impact was to the center front with damage to the right front quarter. An air bag deployed for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Two people were hurt on a city ramp.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
-
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
- Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be, New York Post, Published 2025-07-27
24
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured▸Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
24
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
-
Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 24 - SUV pulled from parking. E-bike rider struck. Arm torn. Police cite failure to yield. Blood on St. Nicholas Avenue. System failed the cyclist.
An SUV driver started from parking on St. Nicholas Avenue and struck a 27-year-old e-bike rider. The cyclist suffered an arm injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider wore a helmet. The report lists no vehicle damage. The crash left the cyclist hurt and exposed the danger of driver inattention.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
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Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-24
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a ramp. Thirty people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens wailed. Another crash this month. The ramp remains a danger.
Gothamist (2025-07-24) reports about 30 people were injured when two buses collided on the Port Authority Bus Terminal ramp near West 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said, 'only minor injuries' were reported. This marks the second bus crash at the terminal approach this month, highlighting ongoing risks for passengers. NJ Transit delays followed. The article notes, 'A collision involving multiple buses July 2 shut down all NJ Transit service.' The repeated crashes raise questions about ramp safety and traffic management.
- Thirty Hurt In Port Authority Bus Crash, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-24
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
- Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown, New York Post, Published 2025-07-22