Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 41?
No More Blood on 149th: Demand Action in Precinct 41
Precinct 41: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Bone
In Precinct 41, the street never forgets. Since 2022, 10 people have died and 1,517 have been injured in crashes. Twenty-one of those injuries were serious. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care if you are young or old. In the last year alone, three more lives ended. Four hundred ninety people were hurt.
Just days ago, a driver in a Mustang failed a left turn at East 149th and Courtlandt. He mounted the sidewalk and struck six people. He ran. The victims went to Lincoln Hospital. All survived, but the street kept their blood. Police are still searching for the driver. The Daily News reported the search for the man who rammed into six people after botching a turn.
A week before, a 79-year-old driver crashed into two cars and a pole. His 71-year-old passenger died. Seven others were hurt. A witness described the scene: “I saw one lady was out on the ground. They was giving her medical attention, checking her body. She was laid out.”
The Role of the Precinct
Precinct 41 has the power to act. Police can enforce speed limits. They can ticket drivers who fail to yield. They can target the corners where people die. They can make the street remember something else.
But the numbers say the work is not done. Cars and trucks are the main killers. SUVs, sedans, and trucks together caused most deaths and injuries. Pedestrians and cyclists pay the price. The street does not care who had the light. Only who walks away.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Local leaders have tools. The city can now lower speed limits. Cameras catch speeders. But the pace is slow. Each delay is a risk. Each day without action is another family waiting for a call from the hospital.
Residents must demand more. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell them the street is not safe. Tell them to lower the speed limit, fix the crossings, and keep the cameras rolling. Tell them to make Precinct 41 a place where people walk home alive.
Do not wait for the next siren. Act now.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 41 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Precinct 41?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 41?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Six Struck In Bronx Left-Turn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- Six Struck In Bronx Left-Turn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- Three-Car Crash Kills One in Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673208 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-13
- Passenger Dies After Bronx Car Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-12
- Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-07-15
Other Representatives
District 84
384 E. 149th St. Suite 202, Bronx, NY 10455
Room 536, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 17
1070 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459
718-402-6130
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7505
District 29
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 41 Police Precinct 41 sits in Bronx, District 17, AD 84, SD 29.
It contains Bronx CB2, Hunts Point, Longwood, North & South Brother Islands.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 41
SUV Strikes Cyclist at E 169 and Rev James A Polite▸SUV hit cyclist in Bronx. Rider thrown, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on two wheels.
A station wagon/SUV struck a 25-year-old male cyclist at E 169 St and Rev James A Polite Ave in the Bronx. The cyclist, traveling south, was ejected and suffered a hip contusion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The SUV's left front hit the bike's center front. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coster Street▸A box truck pulled out. A man stood in the road. The truck hit him head-on. His body crushed. He died there, as the Bronx woke.
A 61-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on near Coster Street and Oak Point Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck pulled from its spot and hit the man, who was standing in the roadway. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The man suffered fatal crush injuries. No other injuries were reported.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Bruckner Expressway Crash▸A motorcycle and sedan collided on Bruckner Expressway. The rider suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal and flesh met in the Bronx. The system failed to protect.
A motorcycle and a sedan crashed on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. The 33-year-old motorcycle rider was injured, suffering an abrasion to his leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan was changing lanes before the collision. The motorcycle struck the left side doors of the sedan. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the motorcycle rider wore a helmet. Systemic danger persists on city highways.
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
Bus Strikes Pedestrian in Bronx Crosswalk▸A bus hit a man crossing Westchester Ave at E 160 St. The impact left him with chest injuries. He was conscious. The crash happened in the crosswalk. The bus struck with its right front bumper.
A bus traveling west on Westchester Ave struck a 40-year-old man crossing at E 160 St in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered internal chest injuries but remained conscious. The bus hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A Ford sedan hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave with the signal. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A Ford sedan struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave at E 163 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or circumstances are noted.
Pedestrian Struck at Leggett and Bruckner▸A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
SUV hit cyclist in Bronx. Rider thrown, hip bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on two wheels.
A station wagon/SUV struck a 25-year-old male cyclist at E 169 St and Rev James A Polite Ave in the Bronx. The cyclist, traveling south, was ejected and suffered a hip contusion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The SUV's left front hit the bike's center front. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on Coster Street▸A box truck pulled out. A man stood in the road. The truck hit him head-on. His body crushed. He died there, as the Bronx woke.
A 61-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on near Coster Street and Oak Point Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck pulled from its spot and hit the man, who was standing in the roadway. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The man suffered fatal crush injuries. No other injuries were reported.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Bruckner Expressway Crash▸A motorcycle and sedan collided on Bruckner Expressway. The rider suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal and flesh met in the Bronx. The system failed to protect.
A motorcycle and a sedan crashed on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. The 33-year-old motorcycle rider was injured, suffering an abrasion to his leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan was changing lanes before the collision. The motorcycle struck the left side doors of the sedan. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the motorcycle rider wore a helmet. Systemic danger persists on city highways.
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
Bus Strikes Pedestrian in Bronx Crosswalk▸A bus hit a man crossing Westchester Ave at E 160 St. The impact left him with chest injuries. He was conscious. The crash happened in the crosswalk. The bus struck with its right front bumper.
A bus traveling west on Westchester Ave struck a 40-year-old man crossing at E 160 St in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered internal chest injuries but remained conscious. The bus hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A Ford sedan hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave with the signal. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A Ford sedan struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave at E 163 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or circumstances are noted.
Pedestrian Struck at Leggett and Bruckner▸A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A box truck pulled out. A man stood in the road. The truck hit him head-on. His body crushed. He died there, as the Bronx woke.
A 61-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on near Coster Street and Oak Point Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the truck pulled from its spot and hit the man, who was standing in the roadway. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The man suffered fatal crush injuries. No other injuries were reported.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Bruckner Expressway Crash▸A motorcycle and sedan collided on Bruckner Expressway. The rider suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal and flesh met in the Bronx. The system failed to protect.
A motorcycle and a sedan crashed on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. The 33-year-old motorcycle rider was injured, suffering an abrasion to his leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan was changing lanes before the collision. The motorcycle struck the left side doors of the sedan. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the motorcycle rider wore a helmet. Systemic danger persists on city highways.
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
Bus Strikes Pedestrian in Bronx Crosswalk▸A bus hit a man crossing Westchester Ave at E 160 St. The impact left him with chest injuries. He was conscious. The crash happened in the crosswalk. The bus struck with its right front bumper.
A bus traveling west on Westchester Ave struck a 40-year-old man crossing at E 160 St in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered internal chest injuries but remained conscious. The bus hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A Ford sedan hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave with the signal. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A Ford sedan struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave at E 163 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or circumstances are noted.
Pedestrian Struck at Leggett and Bruckner▸A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A motorcycle and sedan collided on Bruckner Expressway. The rider suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal and flesh met in the Bronx. The system failed to protect.
A motorcycle and a sedan crashed on the Bruckner Expressway in the Bronx. The 33-year-old motorcycle rider was injured, suffering an abrasion to his leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan was changing lanes before the collision. The motorcycle struck the left side doors of the sedan. No other injuries were reported. The police report notes the motorcycle rider wore a helmet. Systemic danger persists on city highways.
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
Bus Strikes Pedestrian in Bronx Crosswalk▸A bus hit a man crossing Westchester Ave at E 160 St. The impact left him with chest injuries. He was conscious. The crash happened in the crosswalk. The bus struck with its right front bumper.
A bus traveling west on Westchester Ave struck a 40-year-old man crossing at E 160 St in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered internal chest injuries but remained conscious. The bus hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A Ford sedan hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave with the signal. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A Ford sedan struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave at E 163 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or circumstances are noted.
Pedestrian Struck at Leggett and Bruckner▸A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
- Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-04-15
Bus Strikes Pedestrian in Bronx Crosswalk▸A bus hit a man crossing Westchester Ave at E 160 St. The impact left him with chest injuries. He was conscious. The crash happened in the crosswalk. The bus struck with its right front bumper.
A bus traveling west on Westchester Ave struck a 40-year-old man crossing at E 160 St in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered internal chest injuries but remained conscious. The bus hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A Ford sedan hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave with the signal. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A Ford sedan struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave at E 163 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or circumstances are noted.
Pedestrian Struck at Leggett and Bruckner▸A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A bus hit a man crossing Westchester Ave at E 160 St. The impact left him with chest injuries. He was conscious. The crash happened in the crosswalk. The bus struck with its right front bumper.
A bus traveling west on Westchester Ave struck a 40-year-old man crossing at E 160 St in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered internal chest injuries but remained conscious. The bus hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A Ford sedan hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave with the signal. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A Ford sedan struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave at E 163 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or circumstances are noted.
Pedestrian Struck at Leggett and Bruckner▸A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A Ford sedan hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave with the signal. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A Ford sedan struck a 26-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave at E 163 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes or circumstances are noted.
Pedestrian Struck at Leggett and Bruckner▸A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A car hit a young woman in the Bronx. She was crossing at the intersection. Her leg was hurt. The driver’s actions remain unclear. The street stayed dangerous.
A 21-year-old woman was injured when a vehicle struck her at the intersection of Leggett Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The vehicle hit her with its center front end while going straight ahead. No driver errors were identified in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
Sedan Rear-Ended on Westchester Ave Bronx▸A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A sedan slows on Westchester Ave. Metal slams metal. A man clutches his neck, stunned. A woman sits silent. The Bronx street holds its breath.
A sedan was struck from behind near Westchester Ave and E 162 St in the Bronx. According to the police report, metal struck metal at the center back of the sedan. A 40-year-old man driving the car suffered a neck injury and shock. A 38-year-old woman passenger was also involved. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the street silent, the toll clear in the aftermath.
SUVs Collide on Whittier Street, One Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
Two SUVs crashed at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue. One driver injured, three others shaken. Metal twisted. No clear cause. The street bore the brunt.
Two SUVs collided at Whittier Street and Randall Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver suffered injuries and shock, while three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The BMW SUV struck the Honda SUV on its left side doors. No contributing factors were specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash left one person hurt and others rattled, with the reason for the collision listed as 'Unspecified.'
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A sedan hit a cyclist on Bruckner Boulevard. The rider, 48, suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the street. The bike was crushed at the front.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at 1365 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 48-year-old man riding the bike was ejected, suffered neck injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The bike and sedan both sustained front-end damage. The cyclist was listed as injured. No other injuries were reported.
2Sedan and Forklift Collide on Faile Street▸A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A sedan and forklift crashed near 421 Faile Street. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing. Impact hit hard. Streets stay dangerous.
A sedan and a forklift collided near 421 Faile Street in the Bronx. Two men, one a driver and one a passenger, suffered injuries to the leg and neck. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck, while the forklift was backing up. No pedestrians were involved. Airbags deployed for the injured. The report highlights driver errors as key causes in this crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A 59-year-old man suffered a severe head injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the pedestrian while traveling northeast. The victim was crossing without signal or crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection near 310 Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a fracture, distortion, and dislocation, with injury severity rated at level 3. The sedan's left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report focuses on the driver's failure to yield and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
- Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-22
Unlicensed Driver Turns Left, Injures Bicyclist▸A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A sedan driver without a license made a left turn on Westchester Ave in the Bronx, striking an 18-year-old bicyclist traveling straight. The cyclist was ejected and suffered an upper arm injury, left in shock at the scene with no visible complaint.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5 p.m. on Westchester Ave near Intervale Ave in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a male with an unlicensed New York driver's license, was making a left turn when the collision happened. The impact point was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm injury classified as severity level 3. The report notes no visible complaint from the bicyclist but lists his emotional status as shock. The report does not specify any contributing factors from the bicyclist but highlights the driver's unlicensed status and left turn maneuver as critical elements in the crash.
Improper Turn Injures Bronx Motorcycle Driver▸Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
Motorcycle driver hurt on Westchester Ave after improper turn. Knee and leg bruises. No vehicle damage. Driver errors in turning and lane use led to crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured while making a left turn on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash happened at 16:25 and left the rider with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver errors. The motorcycle, a 2020 Honda, showed no damage. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No other vehicles or people were involved. The incident shows the danger of improper turning and lane use, as documented by police.
Taxi U-Turn Collides With Sedan Injuring Passenger▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A taxi making a U-turn struck a sedan traveling straight on Southern Blvd in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries including whiplash. The collision damaged both vehicles’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Southern Blvd in the Bronx at 13:34. A taxi driver, licensed in New York, was making a U-turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper collided with the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight ahead. The sedan had two occupants, including a 24-year-old female front passenger who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. She was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the taxi’s pre-crash action as making a U-turn, indicating a failure to yield or improper maneuver by the taxi driver as the likely cause. No contributing factors were specified for the passenger or the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The report does not assign any fault or blame to the injured passenger.
Sedan Hits Young Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A sedan struck a 21-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car showed no damage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in the Bronx hit a 21-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection of Prospect Avenue. The woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock. No visible complaint was noted. The vehicle, a 2011 Toyota sedan, had no damage despite impact to the right front bumper. The driver was licensed. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian.
12-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A 12-year-old girl suffered shoulder bruises after being struck by a right-turning pick-up truck on Westchester Ave in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but confusion and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 on Westchester Ave near Simpson St in the Bronx. A 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing the street with the signal. The vehicle involved was a 2015 Ford pick-up truck traveling east and making a right turn. The report cites driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The truck showed no damage and the driver was licensed. The report highlights driver failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls as primary causes, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
- Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash, Gothamist, Published 2025-02-25