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Two sedans collided head-on on Randall Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries, including back pain and internal complaints. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:58 on Randall Avenue involving two sedans traveling east and north. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The GMC sedan struck with its right front bumper, while the Ford sedan impacted with its left front bumper. Both drivers were injured; one suffered back injuries and internal complaints but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The collision resulted in damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles, underscoring the impact severity. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4724898, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx, injuring a 60-year-old female driver. The collision involved unsafe speed and driver distraction. The injured driver suffered lower leg injuries and was restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:05 on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling north making a left turn, the other traveling south going straight. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the southbound vehicle. The 60-year-old female driver of the southbound sedan was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report cites unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the injured driver. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed and distracted driving in vehicle-to-vehicle collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4723814, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle traveling east collided with a sedan moving south on Randall Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a 47-year-old male motorcyclist was traveling east on Randall Avenue when his motorcycle struck the left rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining back injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The motorcycle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan was damaged at its center front end. The motorcyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash and complained of pain and nausea. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4725085, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A multi-vehicle crash on Bruckner Boulevard injured two drivers. A sedan and an SUV traveling southwest collided, impacting rear sections. Both drivers suffered back injuries and abrasions. The police report notes unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver violations.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:19 AM on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx involving a 2017 Honda SUV, a 2008 Toyota sedan, and an additional SUV. Both drivers of the sedan and the Honda SUV were injured, sustaining back injuries and abrasions. The sedan was struck at the center back end, and the Honda SUV was hit on the right rear bumper. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and going straight ahead before impact. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for the injured male driver of the sedan and none for the female driver of the Honda SUV. There are no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding cited in the report. Neither driver was ejected, both were conscious, and neither used safety equipment. The data does not indicate any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722597, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped carrying two men was struck from behind by a box truck traveling northbound on Bruckner Expressway. The moped driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a 2023 moped and a 2011 box truck, both traveling northbound. The moped, carrying two occupants, was struck at its center front end by the box truck's center back end. The moped driver, a 32-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining injury severity level 3. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was unlicensed, but no contributing factors related to victim behavior were noted. The box truck driver held a valid license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722688, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound bus rear-ended a box truck on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. The impact injured a 12-year-old front-seat passenger in the bus, causing neck contusions. Police cite following too closely and other vehicular factors in the crash.

According to the police report, at 7:38 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx, a northbound bus collided with the rear of a northbound box truck. The bus sustained center front end damage, while the box truck was damaged at its center back end. The crash injured a 12-year-old male occupant seated in the front passenger seat of the bus. He suffered neck contusions and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies driver errors including 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' contributing factors. The bus driver, licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead before impact. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on driver errors and systemic vehicular factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722591, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered injuries, including chest trauma and whiplash. The crash caused shock and pain complaints. Vehicle damage was sustained on left and right front bumpers and doors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx at 15:40. Two sedans traveling north and east collided, impacting the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper and doors of the other. Both drivers, males aged 20 and 32, were injured and experienced shock. The 20-year-old driver suffered chest injuries and complained of pain or nausea, while the 32-year-old front passenger reported whiplash and injuries to the entire body. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error or vehicle-related issues. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was noted. The collision highlights risks posed by driver actions and vehicle interactions on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721580, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 54-year-old box truck driver suffered chest injuries after a tire failure caused a crash on Food Center Drive. The driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining contusions and bruises. Vehicle damage was focused on the left front quarter panel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 on Food Center Drive involving a 2014 HINO box truck traveling north. The contributing factor cited was "Tire Failure/Inadequate," which led to the collision. The driver, a 54-year-old male, was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. He sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck, with damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The report highlights the tire failure as the primary cause, emphasizing vehicle maintenance issues rather than driver error or victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722106, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A female driver starting from a parking spot struck a southbound sedan on Beck Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, reporting pain and nausea. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:12 on Beck Street in the Bronx. A 2019 SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, was starting from a parking position when it collided with a southbound 2022 sedan. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end against the sedan's left rear quarter panel. The sedan's 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt, sustained injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the sedan driver. The collision highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers maneuvering from parked positions into active traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721585, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 36-year-old female sedan driver suffered whiplash and shock after an SUV made an improper left turn and struck her vehicle’s front end. The crash occurred on Longwood Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, highlighting dangerous turning maneuvers in Bronx traffic.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 3:45 PM on Longwood Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The SUV, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was making a left turn when it struck the front end of a southbound sedan driven by a 36-year-old licensed female from New Jersey. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the collision. The sedan driver was injured, experiencing whiplash and shock, and was restrained by a lap belt. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper at the point of impact. This incident underscores the risks posed by improper turning maneuvers by vehicle operators, with no contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721605, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan making a right turn on Bruckner Expressway. The impact injured a right rear passenger, causing internal abdominal and pelvic trauma. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed as key factors.

According to the police report, at 18:15 on Bruckner Expressway, a 2021 Toyota SUV traveling north struck the center back end of a 2015 Chrysler sedan that was making a right turn. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan. A 34-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the sedan suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report identifies the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed,' which contributed to the rear-end collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and excessive speed on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718981, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Longwood Avenue as one driver made an improper left turn. The impact struck the right side doors of the turning vehicle, injuring its driver with bruises and arm injuries. Both drivers were licensed men, no ejections occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:50 on Longwood Avenue involving two sedans. One vehicle, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right side doors of the turning vehicle, which sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel. The driver of the turning sedan, a 39-year-old man wearing a lap belt, suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717794, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered contusions and bruises. The crash involved an SUV making an improper left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Injuries included chest and lower leg trauma.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:56 on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. A 2008 SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 sedan traveling northbound straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left front quarter panel, damaging the sedan's left side doors. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor for both drivers. Both drivers, males aged 52 and 22, were injured with contusions and bruises; one sustained chest injuries and the other knee and lower leg trauma. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report does not list any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717775, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped turning left collided with an eastbound SUV on Beck Street in the Bronx. Three men on the moped were injured, including one partially ejected passenger with fractures. The SUV driver sustained bruises. The crash caused serious lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:20 on Beck Street in the Bronx. A moped carrying three occupants was making a left turn when it collided with a Chevrolet SUV traveling straight east. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the SUV and the left front quarter panel of the moped. The moped passengers, all men aged 30, suffered injuries including fractures and dislocations, with one partially ejected from the vehicle. The SUV driver, a 23-year-old man, and the moped driver also sustained contusions and bruises. The report cites "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error but does not specify failure to yield or other explicit violations. None of the injured wore safety equipment. The collision highlights the dangers of left turns involving vulnerable multi-passenger mopeds and larger vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712697, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 55-year-old woman was struck by a northbound taxi on Longfellow Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the taxi, driven by a licensed male driver, hit her with the front center of the vehicle. She suffered a serious hip and upper leg injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:25 on Longfellow Avenue, Bronx. A 55-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 Toyota taxi traveling north struck her at the intersection. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, but the report emphasizes the driver's failure to maintain attention. The taxi's point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian sustained a serious injury to her hip and upper leg and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This incident highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712400, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 71-year-old woman suffered upper arm injuries and shock after an SUV failed to yield and struck her at a Bronx intersection. The impact caused bruising and serious injury, highlighting driver negligence in yielding right-of-way to pedestrians.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:36 on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. A 2019 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a left turn when it struck a 71-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity level 3, and was reported to be in shock. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV, which sustained damage to the right front bumper. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, repeated twice for emphasis. There is no indication of any contributing behavior from the pedestrian. This incident underscores the critical danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705220, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A southbound SUV overturned on Bruckner Boulevard after colliding with a left-turning tractor truck. The SUV driver suffered a severe arm injury. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors in the crash.

At 9:17 PM on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx, a collision occurred involving a southbound SUV and a tractor truck making a left turn, according to the police report. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with a fractured and dislocated elbow, sustaining a severe arm injury. The SUV overturned upon impact, striking the truck's right rear quarter panel with its center front end. The report identifies driver errors including 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of improper passing and distracted driving on busy Bronx roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703875, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 63-year-old woman crossing Bryant Avenue in the Bronx was struck by a northbound SUV. The driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered serious lower leg injuries but remained conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bryant Avenue in the Bronx at approximately 7:40 PM. The pedestrian was struck by a 2001 Honda SUV traveling northbound, which was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center front end. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with driver inexperience. The pedestrian was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk area and sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle sustained other damage but no further details were provided. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the pedestrian. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705602, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs slammed together at East 167th and Fox. One turned left, one barreled straight. Alcohol in the mix. A 36-year-old woman thrown from her vehicle, leg torn, blood pooling. Airbag burst. She stayed awake as the city roared on.

According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided head-on at the corner of East 167th Street and Fox Street in the Bronx at 21:35. One vehicle, a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn while the other, a 2005 Toyota SUV, was traveling straight. The report explicitly lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor in the crash. The impact was severe: a 36-year-old woman, driving one of the vehicles, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to her leg. She remained conscious at the scene, with blood visible on the street and her airbag deployed. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when alcohol and driver error intersect on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703076, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bus changing lanes in the Bronx caused injury to a female passenger. The driver’s inattention led to a collision impacting the bus’s left front bumper. The passenger suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a bus traveling southeast on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx was changing lanes at 10:59 PM when the collision occurred. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, which contributed to the crash. The impact was on the bus’s left front bumper, causing damage to that area. A 56-year-old female passenger in the rear of the bus sustained a head abrasion and was injured but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during lane changes in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702049, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15