Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 33?
No More Blood on Edgecombe: Demand Action or Count the Dead
Precinct 33: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Slow Grind of Loss
In Precinct 33, the numbers do not lie. Four people are dead. Sixteen more have been left with serious injuries. Nearly a thousand have been hurt since 2022. Each number is a wound that does not heal. A nine-year-old boy, struck in the head by a moped on Edgecombe Avenue this spring, left bleeding in the street. A 73-year-old man, killed on his bike at Saint Nicholas and 165th. A 76-year-old man, dead at the intersection of Broadway and 161st, his life ended by a sedan moving too fast for the light to matter. The dead do not get a second chance.
The Machines That Kill
Cars and SUVs are the main threat. They caused the most deaths and injuries to pedestrians here—one dead, six seriously hurt, over 150 injured. Trucks and buses add to the toll. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes are not blameless, but the scale is different. The street is a battlefield, and the most vulnerable always lose.
Leadership: Action and Silence
The police in Precinct 33 have the tools. They can enforce speed limits. They can ticket drivers who fail to yield. They can target the corners where blood stains the curb. But the work is not done. In the last year, injuries rose by 8%. Serious injuries tripled—from 1 to 3. The disaster is not slowing down.
Local leaders have the power to act. They can push for lower speed limits, more daylighted corners, and protected crossings. They can demand the precinct crack down on reckless driving. But too often, the silence is louder than the sirens. “We need to do something to make sure bicyclists feel safer,” said a community board leader, but the city keeps cutting bike lanes and delaying real change CB 5 Vice Chair Samir Lavingia.
The Next Step Is Yours
This is not fate. This is policy. Every day the city waits, another family risks losing someone. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for another name to join the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 33 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Precinct 33?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 33?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809048 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
- Loose Food Cart Strikes Parked Car in Manhattan, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- Van Crash Reveals Fuel Stockpile In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-17
- Car Fire Halts Lincoln Tunnel Traffic, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
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
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Broadway at W 162▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Broadway. The rider took a blow to the shoulder. Police list injuries but no cause. Streets stay hard. Cyclist hurt, driver unscathed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at Broadway and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old cyclist suffered a shoulder injury and bruising. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight. No driver errors or contributing factors are listed. The sedan's front struck the back of the bike. The driver, a 66-year-old man, was not hurt. The report notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, but does not list this as a cause. The crash left the cyclist injured and the driver unharmed.
City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul▸City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-20
SUV Driver Distracted, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A distracted SUV driver struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on St Nicholas Ave. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 73-year-old pedestrian was injured when a station wagon/SUV struck him as he crossed St Nicholas Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered an abrasion and a leg injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the danger of driver distraction to people crossing the street.
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸SUV slammed into a parked sedan on Amsterdam. Seven people hurt. Head and neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn hit a parked sedan on Amsterdam Avenue at West 156th Street. According to the police report, seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy, a 72-year-old woman, and a 37-year-old woman with head and neck injuries. Both drivers were hurt. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other causes are given. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV's front. No helmet or signal issues are noted in the report.
2SUV Collision on Fort Washington Avenue Injures Two▸Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A sedan hit a cyclist on Broadway. The rider took a blow to the shoulder. Police list injuries but no cause. Streets stay hard. Cyclist hurt, driver unscathed.
A sedan and a bicycle collided at Broadway and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. The 38-year-old cyclist suffered a shoulder injury and bruising. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight. No driver errors or contributing factors are listed. The sedan's front struck the back of the bike. The driver, a 66-year-old man, was not hurt. The report notes the cyclist wore no safety equipment, but does not list this as a cause. The crash left the cyclist injured and the driver unharmed.
City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul▸City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-20
SUV Driver Distracted, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A distracted SUV driver struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on St Nicholas Ave. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 73-year-old pedestrian was injured when a station wagon/SUV struck him as he crossed St Nicholas Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered an abrasion and a leg injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the danger of driver distraction to people crossing the street.
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
-
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
-
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸SUV slammed into a parked sedan on Amsterdam. Seven people hurt. Head and neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn hit a parked sedan on Amsterdam Avenue at West 156th Street. According to the police report, seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy, a 72-year-old woman, and a 37-year-old woman with head and neck injuries. Both drivers were hurt. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other causes are given. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV's front. No helmet or signal issues are noted in the report.
2SUV Collision on Fort Washington Avenue Injures Two▸Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
-
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
- City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul, amny, Published 2025-05-20
SUV Driver Distracted, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A distracted SUV driver struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on St Nicholas Ave. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 73-year-old pedestrian was injured when a station wagon/SUV struck him as he crossed St Nicholas Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered an abrasion and a leg injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the danger of driver distraction to people crossing the street.
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸SUV slammed into a parked sedan on Amsterdam. Seven people hurt. Head and neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn hit a parked sedan on Amsterdam Avenue at West 156th Street. According to the police report, seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy, a 72-year-old woman, and a 37-year-old woman with head and neck injuries. Both drivers were hurt. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other causes are given. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV's front. No helmet or signal issues are noted in the report.
2SUV Collision on Fort Washington Avenue Injures Two▸Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A distracted SUV driver struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on St Nicholas Ave. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 73-year-old pedestrian was injured when a station wagon/SUV struck him as he crossed St Nicholas Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered an abrasion and a leg injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the danger of driver distraction to people crossing the street.
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸SUV slammed into a parked sedan on Amsterdam. Seven people hurt. Head and neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn hit a parked sedan on Amsterdam Avenue at West 156th Street. According to the police report, seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy, a 72-year-old woman, and a 37-year-old woman with head and neck injuries. Both drivers were hurt. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other causes are given. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV's front. No helmet or signal issues are noted in the report.
2SUV Collision on Fort Washington Avenue Injures Two▸Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
- Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸SUV slammed into a parked sedan on Amsterdam. Seven people hurt. Head and neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn hit a parked sedan on Amsterdam Avenue at West 156th Street. According to the police report, seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy, a 72-year-old woman, and a 37-year-old woman with head and neck injuries. Both drivers were hurt. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other causes are given. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV's front. No helmet or signal issues are noted in the report.
2SUV Collision on Fort Washington Avenue Injures Two▸Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
- Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets, New York Post, Published 2025-05-13
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Amsterdam Avenue▸SUV slammed into a parked sedan on Amsterdam. Seven people hurt. Head and neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn hit a parked sedan on Amsterdam Avenue at West 156th Street. According to the police report, seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy, a 72-year-old woman, and a 37-year-old woman with head and neck injuries. Both drivers were hurt. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other causes are given. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV's front. No helmet or signal issues are noted in the report.
2SUV Collision on Fort Washington Avenue Injures Two▸Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
SUV slammed into a parked sedan on Amsterdam. Seven people hurt. Head and neck injuries. Police list no clear cause. Unlicensed driver behind the wheel.
A station wagon/SUV making a U-turn hit a parked sedan on Amsterdam Avenue at West 156th Street. According to the police report, seven people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy, a 72-year-old woman, and a 37-year-old woman with head and neck injuries. Both drivers were hurt. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other causes are given. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV's front. No helmet or signal issues are noted in the report.
2SUV Collision on Fort Washington Avenue Injures Two▸Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
Two women hurt in SUV crash at Fort Washington Ave. Both suffered whiplash. Impact struck left front and rear bumpers. Police cite other vehicular factors. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two women, both 20, were injured when two SUVs collided at Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash involved a Honda SUV making a right turn and a parked Toyota SUV. Both injured women, a driver and a front passenger, suffered whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers for vehicle occupants on city streets.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
Alcohol-Involved Crash Injures Taxi Passenger▸A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A taxi and SUV collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. Alcohol played a role. Two men suffered back and arm injuries. The crash left pain and whiplash. Metal and bodies took the hit.
A taxi and an SUV crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. A 32-year-old male taxi passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. A 29-year-old male driver sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were specified. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of impaired driving.
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
- Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers, amny, Published 2025-05-04
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at St Nicholas Ave▸A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A sedan hit a 64-year-old woman crossing St Nicholas Ave. She suffered deep leg cuts. Alcohol was involved. The driver was unhurt. The street stayed loud. The blood stayed bright.
A 64-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing St Nicholas Ave at W 174 St in Manhattan. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg and foot. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver, a 34-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement were documented.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Edgecombe▸A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A Ford sedan hit a 14-year-old boy playing in the street on Edgecombe Ave. The car’s right front quarter struck the teen’s leg. He was conscious, hurt, and bleeding. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A Ford sedan traveling south on Edgecombe Avenue struck a 14-year-old pedestrian who was playing in the roadway, away from an intersection. According to the police report, the car’s right front quarter panel hit the boy, injuring his knee and lower leg and causing abrasions. The teen was conscious at the scene. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are cited in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
- Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-29
Teen Pedestrian Struck Crossing Amsterdam Avenue▸A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A 16-year-old crossing with the signal on Amsterdam Avenue suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him in shock. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street turned violent in an instant.
A 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Amsterdam Avenue at West 159th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal at the intersection when he was struck and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot, leaving him in shock. The report does not specify the vehicle type or list any contributing factors or driver errors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians at city intersections.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
SUV hit a 78-year-old man crossing with the signal on Broadway. He suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The street stayed dangerous. The impact was real.
A 78-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Broadway at West 178th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two vehicle occupants were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following traffic signals.
Truck Slams Sedan on Broadway, Driver Hurt▸A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A truck struck a sedan’s rear on Broadway. One driver suffered head injuries. Both vehicles damaged. No clear cause named. The street bore the brunt.
A tractor truck hit the back of a sedan on Broadway at West 165th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the truck’s front end struck the sedan’s rear while both traveled south. One driver, age 51, sustained head injuries and whiplash. The other driver, age 53, was not reported injured. Both vehicles showed damage at the points of impact. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No driver errors were identified in the data.
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at W 165 St▸A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave. Her leg broke. The car’s left front bumper struck her. The driver’s actions are listed as unspecified.
A sedan making a right turn at W 165 St and Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan struck a 37-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the impact came from the car’s left front bumper, fracturing her lower leg. The driver was the only occupant. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are specified in the data.
Speeding Lexus Strikes Pedestrian at Audubon▸A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.
A speeding Lexus hit a 64-year-old man at Audubon and West 170th. The crash broke his leg. Police cite unsafe speed. The street bears the mark of impact. No room for error.
A 64-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a Lexus SUV at the intersection of Audubon Avenue and West 170th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The vehicle’s left front bumper took the impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or circumstances are noted in the data.