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 8
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 11
▸ Severe Lacerations 6
▸ Concussion 9
▸ Whiplash 48
▸ Contusion/Bruise 84
▸ Abrasion 62
▸ Pain/Nausea 31
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 33
- Vehicle (LVF2705) – 35 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Ford Van (XKVP79) – 28 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Jeep Station Wagon (MCK3386) – 17 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 White Me/Be Sedan (LTY2773) – 9 times • 1 in last 90d here
- Vehicle (D93NAN) – 5 times • 1 in last 90d here
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 33: crosswalks, sirens, and the long wait at the curb
Precinct 33: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Broadway and the parkway
- Since 2022, Precinct 33 logged 1,957 crashes, with 4 people killed and 1,082 injured. Pedestrians suffered 181 strikes by sedans and SUVs alone. These figures come straight from the city’s dataset and rollup for this precinct.
- Two deaths sit on the Henry Hudson Parkway in this period. In one crash, an SUV, two sedans, and a pickup collided; two occupants died. The city’s record lists improper lane use for one driver and notes a demolished pickup in the pileup NYC Open Data crash 4750210.
- A 76‑year‑old man was killed at Broadway and West 161st. The file marks “Tinted Windows” and “Unsafe Speed” for the driver; the pedestrian was at the intersection. He died there NYC Open Data crash 4672150.
Where people get hit
- DOT’s map of harm here is not a secret. Broadway shows a death and 92 injuries. Amsterdam Avenue shows 50 injuries and three serious injuries. West 178th Street shows 36 injuries and three serious injuries. These are the top hotspots named in the precinct rollup.
- The hours run long. Injuries spike late at night and into the small hours. At 2 a.m., two people died across the period, with 28 injured. From midnight to 3 a.m., the sheets stack up: 81, 26, 28, 41 injuries by the hour. By evening rush, harm rises again at 6 p.m. with a death and four serious injuries, and at 7 p.m. with 86 injuries.
- On July 24, a 47‑year‑old woman crossing with the signal at Fort Washington Ave and West 179th was struck by a left‑turning SUV. The record lists “Driver Inexperience” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” She survived with severe injuries NYC Open Data crash 4831046.
Who bears the force
- Pedestrians: 208 injured, 9 seriously, and 1 killed. Cyclists: 145 injured and 1 killed. Occupants: 693 injured, 6 seriously, and 2 killed. That’s the split the city gives for this command.
- The city’s normalized rollup shows sedans and SUVs as the main striking force for pedestrians here: 77 pedestrian casualties from sedans, 68 from SUVs. Trucks and buses account for fewer, but each strike is heavy.
- Causes the city tags most often in serious outcomes include “failure to yield,” “disregarded traffic control,” “unsafe speed,” and “inattention.” One more line item—“other”—anchors the largest share of death and injury in the rollup, an indictment by absence.
What officials say when people die
- After two bystanders were killed in a 109‑mph crash off the Manhattan Bridge, the city promised fixes on Canal Street. The transportation chief said, “we are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection while developing a long‑term safety redesign for the entire Canal Street corridor” Gothamist. NY1 wrote that “the redesign aims to improve the pedestrian experience” on 14th Street next year, with city and BID money behind it NY1.
- The pattern is citywide: big promises after blood on the street, and corridor plans that leave the most dangerous blocks waiting. “Canal Street is only as safe as its most dangerous block,” said Ben Furnas. “The vast majority of the corridor will remain deadly” Gothamist.
What would stop the turning cars
- On these corners—Broadway at West 161st; Fort Washington at West 179th; Amsterdam and the cross streets—the fixes are not exotic. Daylight the corners so drivers can see. Harden lefts to slow turns. Give walkers a head start at the signal. These are standard tools. They fit the causes listed: failure to yield, inattention, unsafe speed.
- Target the repeat hotspots. DOT knows them: Amsterdam Avenue, West 178th Street, Broadway. Return until the injury lines fall. Night hours show pain; align enforcement and signal timing when the bodies hit the asphalt.
Citywide levers that matter here
- The Council and DOT can take one clean step: lower the default speed limit. The case is made in the city’s own numbers and in the record of speed control. Then back it with tech for the worst actors.
- One bill on deck in Albany would force the most reckless to install intelligent speed‑assistance after racking up repeat violations. Advocates call it the Stop Super Speeders Act. The point is simple: stop repeat speeders before they stop someone’s heart.
Do something now
- These corners will not fix themselves. Ask your leaders to use the tools they already have. One call matters. Start here: take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crash data (Crashes, Persons, Vehicles) - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- 14th Street Redesign Begins Next Year, NY1, Published 2025-08-15
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
Other Representatives
District 71
2541-55 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd., New York, NY 10039
Room 602, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 7
500 West 141st Street, New York, NY 10031
212-928-6814
250 Broadway, Suite 1763, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7007
District 31
5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
Room 306, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 33 Police Precinct 33 sits in Manhattan, District 7, AD 71, SD 31.
It contains Manhattan CB12, Washington Heights (South), Highbridge Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 33
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SUV Turns Left, Hits Woman in Crosswalk▸Jul 24 - A driver in an SUV turned left on W 179 St and hit a 47-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at Fort Washington Ave. She suffered back and crush injuries and was in shock. Police recorded driver inexperience and inattention.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn and struck a 47-year-old woman crossing W 179 St at Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. She suffered back and crush injuries and was reported in shock. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the crash occurred." Police listed "Driver Inexperience" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The SUV's center front end struck the pedestrian while making the left turn. Vehicle occupants were not reported injured.
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
Taxi Driver Hits Cyclist Turning Left▸Jul 22 - The driver of a taxi hit a 58-year-old cyclist making a left turn on Riverside Drive at West 165th. The cyclist suffered a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded'.
The driver of a taxi struck a 58-year-old cyclist who was making a left turn at Riverside Drive and West 165th Street. The cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" for the cyclist after the driver factors. Police recorded the taxi’s point of impact as the right front bumper against the cyclist’s right side. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants.
22
Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown▸Jul 22 - A driver tore through Midtown, smashing cars and fleeing police. Metal scraped. Horns blared. The chase ended at Lexington and 50th. Police drew guns. The driver was arrested. Streets bore the scars.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-22), a driver struck multiple vehicles—including a police cruiser—while fleeing police through Midtown Manhattan. The pursuit began after a hit at Park Ave and ended at 50th and Lexington. The suspect, Jose Foster, faces charges including assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing police. Witness Martina Minor said, "It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it." The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases in dense city streets, with property damage and potential harm to bystanders.
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Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian▸Jul 21 - A speeding rental car tore through Chinatown. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died at the scene. The car was overdue. Guns were found in the trunk. Charges followed. Debris scattered the street.
Gothamist (2025-07-21) reports a deadly crash at Canal Street and Bowery. A blue Chevrolet Malibu, rented but never returned, sped off the Manhattan Bridge and struck cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and pedestrian May Kwok. Both died instantly. Prosecutors say the car was moving at a 'high rate of speed.' Police found two 9mm pistols and ammunition in the trunk. The driver faces murder and manslaughter charges. The passenger faces charges for unauthorized use and weapons. The crash highlights risks from unreturned rentals and high-speed driving in dense city streets.
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Road‑rage crash on Broadway injures passengers▸Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
19
Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
17
SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
17
Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
16
DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
11
SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
9
SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
7
Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
6
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
6
SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
5
Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
2
SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 24 - A driver in an SUV turned left on W 179 St and hit a 47-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at Fort Washington Ave. She suffered back and crush injuries and was in shock. Police recorded driver inexperience and inattention.
A driver in an SUV made a left turn and struck a 47-year-old woman crossing W 179 St at Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. She suffered back and crush injuries and was reported in shock. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the crash occurred." Police listed "Driver Inexperience" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The SUV's center front end struck the pedestrian while making the left turn. Vehicle occupants were not reported injured.
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
Taxi Driver Hits Cyclist Turning Left▸Jul 22 - The driver of a taxi hit a 58-year-old cyclist making a left turn on Riverside Drive at West 165th. The cyclist suffered a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded'.
The driver of a taxi struck a 58-year-old cyclist who was making a left turn at Riverside Drive and West 165th Street. The cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" for the cyclist after the driver factors. Police recorded the taxi’s point of impact as the right front bumper against the cyclist’s right side. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants.
22
Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown▸Jul 22 - A driver tore through Midtown, smashing cars and fleeing police. Metal scraped. Horns blared. The chase ended at Lexington and 50th. Police drew guns. The driver was arrested. Streets bore the scars.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-22), a driver struck multiple vehicles—including a police cruiser—while fleeing police through Midtown Manhattan. The pursuit began after a hit at Park Ave and ended at 50th and Lexington. The suspect, Jose Foster, faces charges including assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing police. Witness Martina Minor said, "It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it." The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases in dense city streets, with property damage and potential harm to bystanders.
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Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian▸Jul 21 - A speeding rental car tore through Chinatown. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died at the scene. The car was overdue. Guns were found in the trunk. Charges followed. Debris scattered the street.
Gothamist (2025-07-21) reports a deadly crash at Canal Street and Bowery. A blue Chevrolet Malibu, rented but never returned, sped off the Manhattan Bridge and struck cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and pedestrian May Kwok. Both died instantly. Prosecutors say the car was moving at a 'high rate of speed.' Police found two 9mm pistols and ammunition in the trunk. The driver faces murder and manslaughter charges. The passenger faces charges for unauthorized use and weapons. The crash highlights risks from unreturned rentals and high-speed driving in dense city streets.
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Road‑rage crash on Broadway injures passengers▸Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
19
Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
17
SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
17
Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
16
DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
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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Taxi Driver Hits Cyclist Turning Left▸Jul 22 - The driver of a taxi hit a 58-year-old cyclist making a left turn on Riverside Drive at West 165th. The cyclist suffered a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded'.
The driver of a taxi struck a 58-year-old cyclist who was making a left turn at Riverside Drive and West 165th Street. The cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" for the cyclist after the driver factors. Police recorded the taxi’s point of impact as the right front bumper against the cyclist’s right side. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants.
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Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown▸Jul 22 - A driver tore through Midtown, smashing cars and fleeing police. Metal scraped. Horns blared. The chase ended at Lexington and 50th. Police drew guns. The driver was arrested. Streets bore the scars.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-22), a driver struck multiple vehicles—including a police cruiser—while fleeing police through Midtown Manhattan. The pursuit began after a hit at Park Ave and ended at 50th and Lexington. The suspect, Jose Foster, faces charges including assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing police. Witness Martina Minor said, "It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it." The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases in dense city streets, with property damage and potential harm to bystanders.
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Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-22
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian▸Jul 21 - A speeding rental car tore through Chinatown. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died at the scene. The car was overdue. Guns were found in the trunk. Charges followed. Debris scattered the street.
Gothamist (2025-07-21) reports a deadly crash at Canal Street and Bowery. A blue Chevrolet Malibu, rented but never returned, sped off the Manhattan Bridge and struck cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and pedestrian May Kwok. Both died instantly. Prosecutors say the car was moving at a 'high rate of speed.' Police found two 9mm pistols and ammunition in the trunk. The driver faces murder and manslaughter charges. The passenger faces charges for unauthorized use and weapons. The crash highlights risks from unreturned rentals and high-speed driving in dense city streets.
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-21
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
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Road‑rage crash on Broadway injures passengers▸Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 22 - The driver of a taxi hit a 58-year-old cyclist making a left turn on Riverside Drive at West 165th. The cyclist suffered a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded'.
The driver of a taxi struck a 58-year-old cyclist who was making a left turn at Riverside Drive and West 165th Street. The cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to the knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash involved "Unsafe Speed" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The report also lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" for the cyclist after the driver factors. Police recorded the taxi’s point of impact as the right front bumper against the cyclist’s right side. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants.
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Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown▸Jul 22 - A driver tore through Midtown, smashing cars and fleeing police. Metal scraped. Horns blared. The chase ended at Lexington and 50th. Police drew guns. The driver was arrested. Streets bore the scars.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-22), a driver struck multiple vehicles—including a police cruiser—while fleeing police through Midtown Manhattan. The pursuit began after a hit at Park Ave and ended at 50th and Lexington. The suspect, Jose Foster, faces charges including assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing police. Witness Martina Minor said, "It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it." The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases in dense city streets, with property damage and potential harm to bystanders.
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Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-22
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian▸Jul 21 - A speeding rental car tore through Chinatown. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died at the scene. The car was overdue. Guns were found in the trunk. Charges followed. Debris scattered the street.
Gothamist (2025-07-21) reports a deadly crash at Canal Street and Bowery. A blue Chevrolet Malibu, rented but never returned, sped off the Manhattan Bridge and struck cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and pedestrian May Kwok. Both died instantly. Prosecutors say the car was moving at a 'high rate of speed.' Police found two 9mm pistols and ammunition in the trunk. The driver faces murder and manslaughter charges. The passenger faces charges for unauthorized use and weapons. The crash highlights risks from unreturned rentals and high-speed driving in dense city streets.
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-21
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
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Road‑rage crash on Broadway injures passengers▸Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 22 - A driver tore through Midtown, smashing cars and fleeing police. Metal scraped. Horns blared. The chase ended at Lexington and 50th. Police drew guns. The driver was arrested. Streets bore the scars.
According to ABC7 (2025-07-22), a driver struck multiple vehicles—including a police cruiser—while fleeing police through Midtown Manhattan. The pursuit began after a hit at Park Ave and ended at 50th and Lexington. The suspect, Jose Foster, faces charges including assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing police. Witness Martina Minor said, "It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it." The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases in dense city streets, with property damage and potential harm to bystanders.
- Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-22
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian▸Jul 21 - A speeding rental car tore through Chinatown. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died at the scene. The car was overdue. Guns were found in the trunk. Charges followed. Debris scattered the street.
Gothamist (2025-07-21) reports a deadly crash at Canal Street and Bowery. A blue Chevrolet Malibu, rented but never returned, sped off the Manhattan Bridge and struck cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and pedestrian May Kwok. Both died instantly. Prosecutors say the car was moving at a 'high rate of speed.' Police found two 9mm pistols and ammunition in the trunk. The driver faces murder and manslaughter charges. The passenger faces charges for unauthorized use and weapons. The crash highlights risks from unreturned rentals and high-speed driving in dense city streets.
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Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-21
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
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Road‑rage crash on Broadway injures passengers▸Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 21 - A speeding rental car tore through Chinatown. It struck a cyclist and a woman on a bench. Both died at the scene. The car was overdue. Guns were found in the trunk. Charges followed. Debris scattered the street.
Gothamist (2025-07-21) reports a deadly crash at Canal Street and Bowery. A blue Chevrolet Malibu, rented but never returned, sped off the Manhattan Bridge and struck cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and pedestrian May Kwok. Both died instantly. Prosecutors say the car was moving at a 'high rate of speed.' Police found two 9mm pistols and ammunition in the trunk. The driver faces murder and manslaughter charges. The passenger faces charges for unauthorized use and weapons. The crash highlights risks from unreturned rentals and high-speed driving in dense city streets.
- Overdue Rental Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-21
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-20
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Road‑rage crash on Broadway injures passengers▸Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
11
SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
5
Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 20 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two dead. The driver, unlicensed, had fled a Brooklyn crash months before. System failed. Streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (2025-07-20) reports a 23-year-old, unlicensed driver killed two people in Chinatown while driving a stolen rental. Three months earlier, she allegedly hit a pedestrian in Brooklyn and fled. Police charged her with leaving the scene and aggravated unlicensed operation, but she was released without bail, as the charges were not bail-eligible under state law. The article notes, "The out-of-control driver... had been freed without bail in April after she was arrested for leaving the scene of a crash that badly injured a pedestrian." The case highlights gaps in bail policy and enforcement for unlicensed, repeat dangerous driving.
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Two In Chinatown, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-20
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Road‑rage crash on Broadway injures passengers▸Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 19 - Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170 St. Two men were injured. A front passenger suffered an abrasion. The driver complained of whiplash. Police recorded aggressive driving and other vehicular factors. One driver was unlicensed.
Three sedans collided on Broadway at W 170th Street in Manhattan. Two men were injured: a 28-year-old front passenger with an elbow abrasion and a 28-year-old driver who complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Other Vehicular" were contributing factors. Police also recorded one driver as unlicensed. Damage was reported at center front ends and right side doors of the vehicles. Officers listed driver-related contributing factors in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the incident data.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 19 - A Chevy Malibu sped off the Manhattan Bridge, struck a cyclist and a woman on the sidewalk. Both died. The car hit an NYPD van. Two drivers tried to flee but were caught. No officers hurt. No charges yet.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu exiting the Manhattan Bridge at Canal Street and Bowery struck and killed a cyclist and a pedestrian at 7:30 a.m. Police say two women in their 20s drove the car and 'initially tried to leave on foot,' but were taken into custody. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. No officers were injured. As of Saturday afternoon, 'the NYPD said it had not filed charges.' The deaths follow a city report of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting ongoing risks for vulnerable road users.
- Cyclist, Pedestrian Killed Near Manhattan Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-19
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Pedestrian Struck at W 176 St Intersection▸Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
11
SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
6
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
5
Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
2
SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 17 - A taxi and sedan collided at W 176 St. A 22-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal suffered neck injuries and burns. Police cite traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed.
A crash at W 176 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan left a 22-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a taxi and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and moderate burns. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Several vehicle occupants also reported unspecified injuries. The crash highlights failures by drivers to obey traffic controls and speed limits.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
16
DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
11
SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
9
SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
6
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
6
SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 17 - SUV struck sedan’s rear on Amsterdam. One driver suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and flesh took the blow. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan stopped in traffic on Amsterdam Avenue was hit from behind by an SUV. One driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV’s front end struck the sedan’s back. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left one man hurt and the street scarred.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash▸Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
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Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 17 - A van crashed in Midtown. Inside: dozens of propane tanks. The street held its breath. Danger rode in silence, hidden until metal met metal.
CBS New York reported on July 17, 2025, that 'dozens of propane tanks were found in a van in Midtown Manhattan after a car crash Tuesday night.' The article does not detail injuries or the cause of the crash. The presence of hazardous cargo in a crash raises questions about vehicle safety checks and enforcement. Storing large amounts of propane in a van on city streets exposes bystanders and road users to hidden risks. The incident highlights the need for stricter oversight of hazardous material transport in dense urban areas.
- Propane Tanks Discovered After Midtown Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-17
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision▸Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
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DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
6
SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
5
Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 16 - A DOT worker fixing a sign was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss in lower Manhattan. The cyclist fled. The worker bled on the street. Police are searching. No arrests. Another morning, another wound.
NY Daily News (2025-07-16) reports a city DOT worker was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near collision at Broadway and Cedar St. The worker was fixing a street sign when the cyclist nearly hit his truck. Witnesses said, 'They weren't even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner.' After the argument, the cyclist cut the worker's arm with a box cutter and fled. The DOT worker was treated and released. Police are searching for the cyclist. The incident highlights the dangers of street work and the tense interactions between vehicles and vulnerable road users.
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
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SUV Collision on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
6
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
5
Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 11 - Two SUVs collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Three people hurt. Impact bruised bodies, left drivers and passenger in shock. Failure to yield cut through steel and flesh. Pain and confusion followed.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Three occupants—two drivers and a rear passenger—suffered injuries, including bruises and pain, and were left in shock. The impact struck bumpers and doors, sending bodies into seats and metal. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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SUV Driver Turns Left, Hits Two Pedestrians▸Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
6
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
6
SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
5
Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
2
SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 9 - The driver of an SUV turned left on Amsterdam Avenue and hit two pedestrians. Both were injured. One suffered an elbow/forearm injury. The other suffered a knee/lower-leg injury. Police listed driver inattention as the factor.
The driver of a Jeep SUV made a left turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck two pedestrians at the intersection near West 178th Street. A 61-year-old man suffered knee and lower-leg injuries. A 56-year-old woman suffered an elbow/forearm injury. Both were recorded as injured with abrasions. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was listed as the contributing factor. Police data list the driver as licensed and show the vehicle's point of impact as the left front bumper. No other contributing factors are cited in the report.
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Man Hit by Vehicle on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
6
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
6
SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 7 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a vehicle's left front bumper on St Nicholas Ave at 1306. He suffered a head injury, minor bleeding, and was incoherent at the scene. No driver errors are listed in the police report.
A 41-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at 1306 St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. According to the police report, "the pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in other actions in the roadway when the vehicle's left front bumper hit him." The vehicle's point of impact is listed as the left front bumper; vehicle damage is listed as center front end. The injured man was described as incoherent at the scene. Police recorded no contributing factors or driver errors in the report. No further details about the driver or vehicle were provided.
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Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Amsterdam▸Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 6 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a child at Amsterdam and West 171st. The child suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue struck a male child pedestrian at the intersection with West 171st Street. The child suffered a knee and lower leg injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the sedan was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver’s actions led to the child’s injury. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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SUV and Sedan Crash on St Nicholas Ave▸Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 6 - SUV and sedan collided on St Nicholas Ave. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed on St Nicholas Ave at W 175 St in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. A 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female front passenger suffered injuries, including chest and neck trauma. Another occupant’s injuries were unspecified. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. Driver inattention was the only listed contributing factor.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 6 - A high-speed electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in critical condition. Congestion and speed collided. Chaos followed. Bystanders watched. Sirens wailed.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, where an illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist. The unicycle, capable of speeds over 40 mph, struck Carolyn Backus, who was riding a standard bike. The unicycle operator was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. NYPD initially charged Backus with leaving the scene, but the charge was dropped. A spokesperson clarified, 'She also remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics.' The incident highlights risks from high-speed, illegal vehicles in crowded park spaces.
- Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-06
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Moped Driver Injured in Audubon Avenue Crash▸Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 5 - A moped and sedan collided on Audubon Avenue. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. Police list the cause as unspecified. The street bore the weight of impact.
A crash on Audubon Avenue at W 166th Street in Manhattan involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 38-year-old woman, was injured in her lower leg and left in shock. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they collided. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The sedan struck with its center front end. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Hits Moped at Unsafe Speed on Amsterdam▸Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
Jul 2 - SUV struck moped on Amsterdam Avenue. Moped driver ejected, injured. Police cite passing too closely and unsafe speed. Streets remain dangerous for riders.
A station wagon/SUV collided with a moped on Amsterdam Avenue near West 179th Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 22-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The moped driver was unlicensed. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The report lists driver errors as primary causes, underscoring the risks faced by vulnerable road users.