Dead in the Dark: Hit-and-Run, Silence, and City Hall’s Failure

A 44-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was conscious and sustained contusions. The crash occurred shortly after midnight, with no driver errors or contributing factors reported.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue near East Burnside Avenue in the Bronx at 12:05 a.m. The victim, a 44-year-old male, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. He remained conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on driver actions or vehicle damage. No pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The report focuses solely on the pedestrian injury without assigning fault or blame.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803231, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 35-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and helmeted at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on West Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 8:57 pm. The bicyclist, who was the sole occupant of his bike, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a primary contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error related to lane control. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle's pre-crash action was "Avoiding Object in Roadway," and impact occurred at the bike's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by improper lane usage in urban cycling environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803240, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped carrying two northbound passengers collided with a northbound SUV avoiding debris on Harrison Avenue. The impact overturned the moped, ejecting a 17-year-old passenger who suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention and road obstruction contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Harrison Avenue in the Bronx at 5 p.m. involving a northbound moped and a northbound SUV. The SUV was avoiding an object in the roadway when it struck the moped's center front end with its left front bumper. The moped overturned, ejecting a 17-year-old male passenger who sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The passenger was conscious but injured, riding without safety equipment. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Obstruction/Debris' as contributing factors. The SUV driver’s attempt to avoid debris combined with inattention led to the collision, highlighting systemic dangers from road hazards and distracted driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801842, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed on E 175 St in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered injuries, including a concussion and upper arm trauma. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The collision caused significant front-left bumper damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on E 175 St near Jerome Ave in the Bronx at 14:22. Both drivers were injured: a 31-year-old man sustained a concussion and head injury, and a 36-year-old man suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries. Both were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. The vehicles, traveling south and north respectively, impacted each other on their left front bumpers, causing damage to both. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801843, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two occupants suffered neck injuries in a Bronx crash involving two SUVs. One driver made a left turn and collided with a vehicle going straight. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Police cited traffic control disregard and other vehicular factors as causes.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Place near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx at 16:54. A 36-year-old male driver making a left turn in a 2018 Honda SUV collided with a 2021 Jeep SUV traveling straight north. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Honda and the center front end of the Jeep. Both drivers and passengers were injured, with neck contusions and bruises reported. The 25-year-old female front passenger in the Honda was also injured. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both injured occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights driver failure to comply with traffic control leading to serious occupant injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803229, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

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

A box truck struck a sedan from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver suffered head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained. Both vehicles were traveling westbound, colliding center to center front and back ends.

According to the police report, at 17:30 on the Cross Bronx Expressway, a 2018 HINO box truck traveling westbound collided with the rear of a 2017 Nissan sedan also traveling westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 32-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The collision involved two licensed male drivers from New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The data indicates a failure to maintain safe distance or control by the truck driver, resulting in the rear-end collision. No victim behaviors or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800372, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist riding east on West Burnside Avenue was struck from behind by a reversing SUV. The cyclist suffered injuries to his entire body and was left in shock. The SUV was stationary before impact, indicating driver error in vehicle movement.

According to the police report, at 12:23 PM on West Burnside Avenue, a 45-year-old male bicyclist traveling east was hit in the center back end by a 2017 Ford SUV that was parked before the crash. The bicyclist sustained injuries to his entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The point of impact on the SUV was its center back end, indicating the vehicle moved backward into the cyclist. The report lists no contributing factors from the bicyclist but notes unspecified contributing factors overall. The SUV driver’s action of reversing or moving while parked caused the collision. No helmet or other safety equipment was used by the bicyclist, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver errors involving parked vehicles moving unexpectedly into vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799540, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 71-year-old woman suffered bruises and a lower arm injury after a cyclist distracted by inattention struck her at a marked crosswalk. The impact caused moderate injury but no vehicle damage. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal.

According to the police report, a male cyclist traveling south on East Burnside Avenue collided with a 71-year-old female pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor, indicating the cyclist failed to maintain proper attention. The impact point was the center front end of the bicycle, which sustained no damage. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as moderate injury severity. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies the cyclist's distraction as the cause, with no mention of pedestrian fault or contributing behaviors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by inattentive cyclists to vulnerable pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797905, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two men suffered head injuries and whiplash in a rear-end crash in the Bronx. Both were conscious but injured. The collision involved a sedan and an SUV, both parked, struck from behind by a vehicle traveling southbound on Grand Concourse.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:37 AM in the Bronx near 1749 Grand Concourse. Two occupants, a 27-year-old male driver and a 32-year-old male front passenger, were injured with head trauma and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from their vehicles. The collision involved a sedan and a station wagon/SUV, both parked and struck in the center back end. A third vehicle traveling southbound made contact with the center front end of the sedan. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end impacts and the vulnerability of vehicle occupants even when stationary.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797318, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three female passengers suffered neck and back injuries in a multi-sedan collision on Mount Hope Place. All remained conscious and were not ejected. The crash involved parked vehicles struck on their left sides and rear bumpers, with unspecified driver errors noted.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:50 AM on Mount Hope Place in the Bronx. Three female occupants, ages 30, 31, and 39, were injured with neck and back complaints but remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicles. The vehicles involved were all sedans, with at least two parked cars struck on their left side doors and rear bumpers. The report lists unspecified contributing factors related to driver actions, indicating driver error but does not specify exact violations such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved or listed as a victim. The injuries were internal, and the passengers' safety equipment use is unknown. The crash highlights risks from collisions involving parked vehicles and driver mistakes in vehicle control or attention.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795949, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 75-year-old woman was struck by an eastbound SUV at a Bronx intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the vehicle’s right front bumper made impact. She suffered severe lower leg injuries and remained conscious after the collision.

According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of E 176 St and Grand Concourse in the Bronx around 16:10. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Chevrolet SUV traveling eastbound. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal as a contributing factor, but does not cite any driver errors or vehicle damage. The collision highlights the dangers present at intersections where pedestrian signals are not obeyed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795941, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 59-year-old woman was injured crossing Washington Bridge Connector Road when a sedan made an improper left turn. The driver’s inattention and distraction led to a left front bumper impact. The pedestrian suffered shock and bodily injury of unknown severity.

According to the police report, at 13:51 a sedan traveling south on Washington Bridge Connector Road was making a left turn when it struck a 59-year-old female pedestrian. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper, causing injury to the pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian’s injury severity is listed as moderate, with shock noted as her emotional status. The driver was licensed and operating a 2012 BMW sedan. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior were reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning and distracted driving in pedestrian collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794884, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A rear passenger suffered back injuries in a rear-end crash on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Two southbound vehicles collided, striking each other center back end. The injured occupant remained conscious but reported internal back pain.

According to the police report, at 10:11 AM on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx, two southbound vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—collided rear to rear. The sedan had one occupant, a 35-year-old male passenger seated in the left rear, who sustained internal back injuries and remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred at their center back ends. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured passenger was not ejected and was identified as an occupant, not a pedestrian or cyclist. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger of rear-end impacts even at moderate speeds, with injuries to vehicle occupants resulting from the force of collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791112, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 25-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a right-turning SUV on W 181 St in the Bronx. The crash involved improper lane usage and failure to yield right-of-way by the vehicle driver.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:55 AM on W 181 St near Aqueduct Ave E in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, was riding southbound when he was struck by an SUV making a right turn westbound. The report lists driver errors including 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a head contusion, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, while the bike's center front end was damaged. The crash highlights critical driver failures in yielding and lane management that led to serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790854, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 39-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered whiplash and full-body injuries after a collision on East 184th Street. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn that failed to yield right-of-way, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on East 184th Street in the Bronx at 5:00 p.m. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash. The report identifies the primary contributing factor as the vehicle driver's failure to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The bicyclist was riding eastbound and was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Mercedes SUV traveling northbound, which struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision and does not attribute fault to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790213, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Valentine Avenue in the Bronx. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both drivers were female and conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Valentine Avenue in the Bronx collided at 8:50 p.m. The rear vehicle struck the front vehicle's center back end. The driver of the rear sedan, a 39-year-old female, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both drivers were licensed and female, with no other contributing factors listed. The front vehicle was going straight ahead, while the rear vehicle was parked before the crash. The collision caused damage primarily to the center back end of the front vehicle and the left rear bumper of the rear vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785621, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 66-year-old woman was injured in the Bronx when a moped struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. She suffered facial fractures and dislocations, left incoherent at the scene. The moped showed no damage on impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:58 on Grand Concourse near East 176th Street in the Bronx. A moped collided with a 66-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the intersection against the signal. The pedestrian sustained serious facial injuries including fractures and dislocations and was incoherent after the collision. The report identifies the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal as a contributing factor, categorized as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The moped's point of impact was the center front end, but the vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report, focusing the contributing factor on the pedestrian's crossing behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4786862, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 34-year-old woman suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries while crossing with the signal at an intersection in the Bronx. Glare and limited view contributed to the crash involving a sedan. The driver was licensed and the vehicle showed no damage.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on E Burnside Ave in the Bronx at 8:51 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites glare and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The involved vehicle was a 2005 Toyota sedan traveling east, with a licensed female driver. The vehicle was initially parked and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. Despite the impact, the vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to the abdomen and pelvis, with injury severity rated as 3. The report highlights environmental factors impairing the driver's visibility, which played a key role in the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4784942, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 26-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a Ford sedan struck him while making a left turn on Creston Avenue. The impact occurred on the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Creston Avenue in the Bronx at 21:28. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The collision involved a 2018 Ford sedan traveling southeast, which was making a left turn when it struck the pedestrian on the left rear quarter panel. The pedestrian’s actions in the roadway were noted as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' with unspecified contributing factors listed for the pedestrian. No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or other violations were explicitly cited in the report. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The report focuses on the impact and injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788712, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15