About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 12
▸ Crush Injuries 4
▸ Severe Bleeding 7
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 11
▸ Whiplash 95
▸ Contusion/Bruise 111
▸ Abrasion 92
▸ Pain/Nausea 38
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 48
- 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 253 times • 11 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 246 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Infiniti Apur (5426399) – 181 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2020 Gray Ford Suburban (GJE2364) – 144 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Ford Suburban (LPU9809) – 144 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Crosswalk, Green Light, Tow Truck
Precinct 48: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 11, 2025
Just after 8 AM at Webster Avenue and E 188 Street, a tow‑truck driver went straight and hit four people in the crosswalk. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed; the pedestrians were crossing with the signal. NYC Open Data
They are not alone. Since Jan 1, 2022, people walking here have been killed 3 times and injured 456 times. Bicyclists have been injured 176 times. NYC Open Data
This Week
- Late at night at Southern Boulevard and E Tremont Avenue, a man on a bike was injured in a crash with another vehicle. NYC Open Data
- Near E Tremont Avenue and Prospect Avenue, police noted a driver disregarded traffic control and was distracted when a bicyclist was hurt. NYC Open Data
- Before dawn near 555 E Fordham Road, a person walking was injured; details were limited. NYC Open Data
Where the street keeps taking
Southern Boulevard is a repeat scene: 3 deaths and 87 injuries since 2022. East Tremont Avenue is another, with 1 death and 201 injuries. NYC Open Data
Evenings are hard here. Deaths stack up around 7 PM and 10 PM. NYC Open Data
Causes we can name
Police records point to human choices we can curb. Failure to yield shows up again and again, tied to 25 injuries. Inattention and distraction show up with 58 injuries. NYC Open Data
On Oct 6 at Webster and E 188, police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed by the tow‑truck driver who hit the people in the crosswalk. NYC Open Data
Fix the known dangers
This precinct can target these corners. Daylight the crosswalks. Add leading walk signals and hardened turns. Slow the straight‑aways on Southern Boulevard and East Tremont. Enforce failure‑to‑yield and distracted driving at the evening peaks, when deaths rise. NYC Open Data
Citywide tools exist. New York can lower speeds and rein in the worst repeat speeders. Both steps sit on the table now. See how and speak up here.
Who must act now
This is Precinct 48. The council member is Oswald Feliz. The Assembly Member is George Alvarez. The State Senator is Luis Sepúlveda. The Stop Super Speeders Act and a 20 MPH default are active fights citywide. Will they back them and push them over the line? Take action.
One morning. One crosswalk. Four people down. We know the corners. We know the hours. We know the fixes. NYC Open Data | NYC Open Data
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Precinct 48 Police Precinct 48 sits in Bronx, District 15, AD 78, SD 32.
It contains Bronx CB6, West Farms, Tremont, Belmont.
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 48
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Two Sedans Collide on Slippery Bronx Road▸Feb 4 - Two sedans crashed on a slippery stretch of E 175 St in the Bronx. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight when their vehicles collided front-left. One driver suffered a shoulder injury but remained conscious and restrained by a seatbelt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:43 a.m. on E 175 St near 3 Ave in the Bronx. Two sedans, a 2018 Ford and a 2019 Nissan, both driven by licensed male drivers, collided head-on on the left front bumpers while traveling straight ahead. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor. One driver, a 46-year-old man wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a contusion and shoulder injury but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the Ford and the center front end of the Nissan. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Washington Ave▸Feb 2 - Two SUVs collided on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The driver of one SUV suffered a head injury and shock, with minor bleeding. The crash occurred at 2:07 a.m. and involved a rear-quarter impact. Illness was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Washington Avenue near East 175th Street in the Bronx at 2:07 a.m. The vehicle traveling west, a 2000 Honda SUV, was stopped in traffic when it was struck on the right rear quarter panel by a 2004 Ford SUV also traveling west. The driver of the Honda SUV, a 56-year-old male, was injured with a head injury causing minor bleeding and was in shock. The report cites illness as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the collision involved a rear-end impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, focusing instead on the illness factor affecting the driver.
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Pick-Up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 31 - A 24-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Bronx intersection. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Southern Boulevard in the Bronx around 5:30 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Dodge pick-up truck, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him with the right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a neck injury and concussion and was incoherent after the crash. The vehicle sustained no damage. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and distraction, which directly resulted in serious injury to a lawful pedestrian.
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Defective Brakes Trigger Parked Car Pileup Bronx▸Jan 31 - Three parked cars slammed together on Sheridan Blvd. A 63-year-old driver suffered neck injuries. Police blame defective brakes. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, three parked vehicles collided on Sheridan Blvd near E 177 St in the Bronx at 9:42 AM. The crash involved a sedan, a pick-up truck, and an SUV. A 63-year-old male driver, the only occupant in his car, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites defective brakes as a contributing factor. The vehicles suffered damage to their center rear and front ends, showing a chain reaction among the parked cars. No other contributing factors or victim actions are listed in the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Bronx Expy▸Jan 30 - A 19-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved two sedans traveling southbound. Driver distraction caused the collision, according to police.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 10:45. Two sedans traveling southbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the right rear bumper of the lead sedan. The 19-year-old male driver of the lead vehicle sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The lead vehicle, a 2023 Tesla sedan, suffered damage to the center back end, while the striking sedan had damage to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Sedan on Webster Ave▸Jan 22 - A sedan driver lost consciousness on Webster Ave in the Bronx. Her car struck head-on. She suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The crash left the vehicle’s front bumper smashed.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman driving a sedan north on Webster Ave in the Bronx lost consciousness and crashed. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The impact damaged the car’s left front bumper. The driver, licensed in New York and wearing a lap belt, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Bronx Pedestrian▸Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Feb 4 - Two sedans crashed on a slippery stretch of E 175 St in the Bronx. Both drivers were licensed men traveling straight when their vehicles collided front-left. One driver suffered a shoulder injury but remained conscious and restrained by a seatbelt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:43 a.m. on E 175 St near 3 Ave in the Bronx. Two sedans, a 2018 Ford and a 2019 Nissan, both driven by licensed male drivers, collided head-on on the left front bumpers while traveling straight ahead. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor. One driver, a 46-year-old man wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a contusion and shoulder injury but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the Ford and the center front end of the Nissan. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Washington Ave▸Feb 2 - Two SUVs collided on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The driver of one SUV suffered a head injury and shock, with minor bleeding. The crash occurred at 2:07 a.m. and involved a rear-quarter impact. Illness was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Washington Avenue near East 175th Street in the Bronx at 2:07 a.m. The vehicle traveling west, a 2000 Honda SUV, was stopped in traffic when it was struck on the right rear quarter panel by a 2004 Ford SUV also traveling west. The driver of the Honda SUV, a 56-year-old male, was injured with a head injury causing minor bleeding and was in shock. The report cites illness as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the collision involved a rear-end impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, focusing instead on the illness factor affecting the driver.
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Pick-Up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 31 - A 24-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Bronx intersection. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Southern Boulevard in the Bronx around 5:30 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Dodge pick-up truck, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him with the right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a neck injury and concussion and was incoherent after the crash. The vehicle sustained no damage. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and distraction, which directly resulted in serious injury to a lawful pedestrian.
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Defective Brakes Trigger Parked Car Pileup Bronx▸Jan 31 - Three parked cars slammed together on Sheridan Blvd. A 63-year-old driver suffered neck injuries. Police blame defective brakes. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, three parked vehicles collided on Sheridan Blvd near E 177 St in the Bronx at 9:42 AM. The crash involved a sedan, a pick-up truck, and an SUV. A 63-year-old male driver, the only occupant in his car, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites defective brakes as a contributing factor. The vehicles suffered damage to their center rear and front ends, showing a chain reaction among the parked cars. No other contributing factors or victim actions are listed in the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Bronx Expy▸Jan 30 - A 19-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved two sedans traveling southbound. Driver distraction caused the collision, according to police.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 10:45. Two sedans traveling southbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the right rear bumper of the lead sedan. The 19-year-old male driver of the lead vehicle sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The lead vehicle, a 2023 Tesla sedan, suffered damage to the center back end, while the striking sedan had damage to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Sedan on Webster Ave▸Jan 22 - A sedan driver lost consciousness on Webster Ave in the Bronx. Her car struck head-on. She suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The crash left the vehicle’s front bumper smashed.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman driving a sedan north on Webster Ave in the Bronx lost consciousness and crashed. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The impact damaged the car’s left front bumper. The driver, licensed in New York and wearing a lap belt, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Bronx Pedestrian▸Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Feb 2 - Two SUVs collided on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The driver of one SUV suffered a head injury and shock, with minor bleeding. The crash occurred at 2:07 a.m. and involved a rear-quarter impact. Illness was cited as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Washington Avenue near East 175th Street in the Bronx at 2:07 a.m. The vehicle traveling west, a 2000 Honda SUV, was stopped in traffic when it was struck on the right rear quarter panel by a 2004 Ford SUV also traveling west. The driver of the Honda SUV, a 56-year-old male, was injured with a head injury causing minor bleeding and was in shock. The report cites illness as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the collision involved a rear-end impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, focusing instead on the illness factor affecting the driver.
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Pick-Up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 31 - A 24-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Bronx intersection. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Southern Boulevard in the Bronx around 5:30 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Dodge pick-up truck, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him with the right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a neck injury and concussion and was incoherent after the crash. The vehicle sustained no damage. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and distraction, which directly resulted in serious injury to a lawful pedestrian.
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Defective Brakes Trigger Parked Car Pileup Bronx▸Jan 31 - Three parked cars slammed together on Sheridan Blvd. A 63-year-old driver suffered neck injuries. Police blame defective brakes. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, three parked vehicles collided on Sheridan Blvd near E 177 St in the Bronx at 9:42 AM. The crash involved a sedan, a pick-up truck, and an SUV. A 63-year-old male driver, the only occupant in his car, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites defective brakes as a contributing factor. The vehicles suffered damage to their center rear and front ends, showing a chain reaction among the parked cars. No other contributing factors or victim actions are listed in the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Bronx Expy▸Jan 30 - A 19-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved two sedans traveling southbound. Driver distraction caused the collision, according to police.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 10:45. Two sedans traveling southbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the right rear bumper of the lead sedan. The 19-year-old male driver of the lead vehicle sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The lead vehicle, a 2023 Tesla sedan, suffered damage to the center back end, while the striking sedan had damage to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Sedan on Webster Ave▸Jan 22 - A sedan driver lost consciousness on Webster Ave in the Bronx. Her car struck head-on. She suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The crash left the vehicle’s front bumper smashed.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman driving a sedan north on Webster Ave in the Bronx lost consciousness and crashed. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The impact damaged the car’s left front bumper. The driver, licensed in New York and wearing a lap belt, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Bronx Pedestrian▸Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 31 - A 24-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Bronx intersection. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Southern Boulevard in the Bronx around 5:30 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Dodge pick-up truck, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him with the right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a neck injury and concussion and was incoherent after the crash. The vehicle sustained no damage. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and distraction, which directly resulted in serious injury to a lawful pedestrian.
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Defective Brakes Trigger Parked Car Pileup Bronx▸Jan 31 - Three parked cars slammed together on Sheridan Blvd. A 63-year-old driver suffered neck injuries. Police blame defective brakes. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, three parked vehicles collided on Sheridan Blvd near E 177 St in the Bronx at 9:42 AM. The crash involved a sedan, a pick-up truck, and an SUV. A 63-year-old male driver, the only occupant in his car, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites defective brakes as a contributing factor. The vehicles suffered damage to their center rear and front ends, showing a chain reaction among the parked cars. No other contributing factors or victim actions are listed in the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Bronx Expy▸Jan 30 - A 19-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved two sedans traveling southbound. Driver distraction caused the collision, according to police.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 10:45. Two sedans traveling southbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the right rear bumper of the lead sedan. The 19-year-old male driver of the lead vehicle sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The lead vehicle, a 2023 Tesla sedan, suffered damage to the center back end, while the striking sedan had damage to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Sedan on Webster Ave▸Jan 22 - A sedan driver lost consciousness on Webster Ave in the Bronx. Her car struck head-on. She suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The crash left the vehicle’s front bumper smashed.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman driving a sedan north on Webster Ave in the Bronx lost consciousness and crashed. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The impact damaged the car’s left front bumper. The driver, licensed in New York and wearing a lap belt, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Bronx Pedestrian▸Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 31 - Three parked cars slammed together on Sheridan Blvd. A 63-year-old driver suffered neck injuries. Police blame defective brakes. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, three parked vehicles collided on Sheridan Blvd near E 177 St in the Bronx at 9:42 AM. The crash involved a sedan, a pick-up truck, and an SUV. A 63-year-old male driver, the only occupant in his car, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites defective brakes as a contributing factor. The vehicles suffered damage to their center rear and front ends, showing a chain reaction among the parked cars. No other contributing factors or victim actions are listed in the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Bronx Expy▸Jan 30 - A 19-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved two sedans traveling southbound. Driver distraction caused the collision, according to police.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 10:45. Two sedans traveling southbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the right rear bumper of the lead sedan. The 19-year-old male driver of the lead vehicle sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The lead vehicle, a 2023 Tesla sedan, suffered damage to the center back end, while the striking sedan had damage to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Sedan on Webster Ave▸Jan 22 - A sedan driver lost consciousness on Webster Ave in the Bronx. Her car struck head-on. She suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The crash left the vehicle’s front bumper smashed.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman driving a sedan north on Webster Ave in the Bronx lost consciousness and crashed. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The impact damaged the car’s left front bumper. The driver, licensed in New York and wearing a lap belt, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Bronx Pedestrian▸Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 30 - A 19-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash after his sedan was struck from behind on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved two sedans traveling southbound. Driver distraction caused the collision, according to police.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 10:45. Two sedans traveling southbound collided when the rear vehicle impacted the right rear bumper of the lead sedan. The 19-year-old male driver of the lead vehicle sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The lead vehicle, a 2023 Tesla sedan, suffered damage to the center back end, while the striking sedan had damage to the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
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Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Sedan on Webster Ave▸Jan 22 - A sedan driver lost consciousness on Webster Ave in the Bronx. Her car struck head-on. She suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The crash left the vehicle’s front bumper smashed.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman driving a sedan north on Webster Ave in the Bronx lost consciousness and crashed. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The impact damaged the car’s left front bumper. The driver, licensed in New York and wearing a lap belt, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Bronx Pedestrian▸Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 22 - A sedan driver lost consciousness on Webster Ave in the Bronx. Her car struck head-on. She suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious. The crash left the vehicle’s front bumper smashed.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman driving a sedan north on Webster Ave in the Bronx lost consciousness and crashed. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. The impact damaged the car’s left front bumper. The driver, licensed in New York and wearing a lap belt, suffered chest injuries and was found unconscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted in the report.
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Distracted Sedan Strikes Bronx Pedestrian▸Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 19 - A sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 2016 Acura sedan traveling west on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing location and action were noted but not cited as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian injuries.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
- MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass, NY1, Published 2025-01-17
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Helmeted Bicyclist▸Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 14 - A distracted SUV driver struck a helmeted bicyclist making a left turn on Arthur Ave. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. The crash exposed driver inattention as a critical hazard on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on Arthur Ave involving a 2013 Honda SUV traveling west and a 31-year-old female bicyclist also traveling west while making a left turn. The SUV driver, a male with a learner's permit, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' which is listed twice as a contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the bike's center front end. Vehicle damage was reported as none. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers, especially those with restricted licenses, in collisions with vulnerable road users.
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Bronx SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury▸Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 13 - Two SUVs collided on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the crash, highlighting dangerous driver errors in the area.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:42 on Hughes Ave in the Bronx. The collision involved two SUVs traveling north. The driver of one SUV, a 41-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Damage was sustained on the right front quarter panel of one SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the other. Several other parked SUVs nearby also suffered damage. The police report emphasizes driver errors, specifically improper turning maneuvers and unsafe speed, as the primary causes of the collision.
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Sedan Hits Elderly Woman Emerging From Parked Car▸Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 11 - A sedan struck a 77-year-old woman as she stepped from behind a parked car in the Bronx. The impact shattered her leg and foot. Police cite the driver’s obstructed view as a key factor.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was hit by a westbound 2015 Honda sedan while she was emerging from behind a parked vehicle on E 180 St in the Bronx. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. The woman suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage to the sedan was concentrated at the center front end. No pedestrian errors were listed as contributing factors.
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Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 7 - A pick-up truck turning left struck a 32-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited the driver for following too closely. The victim was conscious and sustained abrasions.
According to the police report, at 12:14 PM in the Bronx, a pick-up truck traveling south on E Tremont Ave was making a left turn when it struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Marmion Ave. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, including abrasions, and remained conscious. The report identifies the driver's error as 'Following Too Closely,' which contributed to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The driver was licensed in Virginia and operating a 2024 Ford pick-up truck. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to maintain safe following distances during turning maneuvers.
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86-Year-Old Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Crash▸Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 5 - An 86-year-old woman driving a sedan in the Bronx was injured after a collision caused by driver inattention. The crash occurred at night as she made a right turn. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper. The driver was semiconscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Webster Avenue in the Bronx at 9:49 p.m. The sole occupant, an 86-year-old female driver, was injured and found semiconscious. The vehicle, a 2018 Toyota sedan, was making a right turn when the collision occurred, impacting the left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, especially involving elderly drivers.
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Sedan Crashes Into Parked Car in Bronx▸Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.
Jan 1 - A sedan traveling west collided with a parked sedan on East 177th Street in the Bronx. The driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited steering failure as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
According to the police report, at 7:17 AM on East 177th Street in the Bronx, a westbound Ford sedan collided with a parked Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the center front end of the parked vehicle. The driver, a 29-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists, focusing the cause on vehicle malfunction and driver control loss.