Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 5?
Hit-and-Run City: Broken Bodies, Blame in Circulation
Precinct 5: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025
Blood on the Streets
Just last Tuesday, a 65-year-old man rode his e-bike down Second Avenue. A 21-year-old, driving a Nissan Rogue, hit him and kept going. The cyclist was left with severe head trauma, unconscious as paramedics worked to save him. The driver was arrested two hours later, charged with leaving the scene and driving without a license. The bike’s red light kept flashing in the road. The biker was rushed by EMS to Bellevue Hospital in critical condition.
This is not rare. In the last twelve months, Precinct 5 saw 3 deaths and 324 injuries from crashes. Four people suffered injuries so severe they may never recover. The dead are not numbers. They are neighbors, parents, children.
Patterns of Harm
The violence is relentless. Last fall, a 54-year-old woman was killed crossing Spring and Crosby. The driver failed to yield. On Canal, a 55-year-old man died under the wheels of an SUV. A 69-year-old woman was killed by an e-bike at Grand and Chrystie. The stories change, but the ending is the same.
Most of the harm comes from cars and trucks—3 deaths, 2 serious injuries, 194 other injuries. Motorcycles and mopeds add more. Bikes, too, have killed and injured. No one is safe when the street is a battlefield.
Leadership: Action and Silence
Council Member Christopher Marte has called out city neglect after deadly crashes. Council Member Christopher Marte cites Department of Transportation for ongoing neglect. The police have the power to enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target crash hotspots. They can act. They must act.
But the pace is slow. The city has the tools. The laws are on the books. The bodies keep coming.
Call to Action
This is not fate. It is failure. Demand more from your leaders. Call Precinct 5. Call your council member. Tell them to enforce the law, slow the cars, and protect the people who walk and ride. Every day of delay is another life at risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 5 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Precinct 5?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 5?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Hits Senior Cyclist, Flees Scene, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-30
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-30
- Manhattan Bridge Crash Kills Two Bystanders, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-28
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4524167 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
- Driver Hits Senior Cyclist, Flees Scene, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-30
- Woman Loses Legs In Subway Attack, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-29
- Speeding Car Kills Two On Bridge, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-28
Other Representatives
District 65
Room 302, 64 Fulton St., New York, NY 10038
Room 429, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 1
65 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002
212-587-3159
250 Broadway, Suite 1815, New York, NY 10007
212-587-3159
District 27
Room 2011, 250 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
Room 512, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 5 Police Precinct 5 sits in Manhattan, District 1, AD 65, SD 27.
It contains Soho-Little Italy-Hudson Square, Chinatown-Two Bridges.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 5
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Taxi Hits Woman Crossing East Broadway▸A yellow cab struck a 57-year-old woman on East Broadway. She took a blow to the head. The street fell silent. The driver stayed belted. Shock hung in the air.
A yellow taxi hit a 57-year-old woman as she crossed near 95 East Broadway. She suffered a head injury and stood in shock. According to the police report, the crash happened at the center front of the cab. Both the driver and the pedestrian had 'Unspecified' listed as contributing factors. No driver errors were detailed in the data. The driver wore a seatbelt. The report does not mention any other injuries. The street went quiet after the impact.
Cyclist Injured in Howard Street Crash▸A 52-year-old cyclist struck and hurt on Howard Street. Face injured. Shock followed. Police cite confusion as cause. No other vehicles listed. Night in Manhattan, danger on two wheels.
A 52-year-old male cyclist was injured at 1 Howard Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a facial injury and was in shock after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The cyclist complained of pain or nausea. No helmet use was noted as a factor. The crash happened at night, leaving one vulnerable road user hurt.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Mott Street▸A sedan driver’s distraction on Mott Street left a cyclist hurt. The crash gashed the rider’s leg. Metal and flesh met in the dark. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Mott Street at Bayard Street in Manhattan involved a sedan and a bike. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury with abrasions. The sedan was parked before the crash. The report lists no injuries for the car’s occupants. The data points to driver distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors are noted.
Rear-End Crash on FDR Drive Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
- Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death, The New York Times, Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Taxi Hits Woman Crossing East Broadway▸A yellow cab struck a 57-year-old woman on East Broadway. She took a blow to the head. The street fell silent. The driver stayed belted. Shock hung in the air.
A yellow taxi hit a 57-year-old woman as she crossed near 95 East Broadway. She suffered a head injury and stood in shock. According to the police report, the crash happened at the center front of the cab. Both the driver and the pedestrian had 'Unspecified' listed as contributing factors. No driver errors were detailed in the data. The driver wore a seatbelt. The report does not mention any other injuries. The street went quiet after the impact.
Cyclist Injured in Howard Street Crash▸A 52-year-old cyclist struck and hurt on Howard Street. Face injured. Shock followed. Police cite confusion as cause. No other vehicles listed. Night in Manhattan, danger on two wheels.
A 52-year-old male cyclist was injured at 1 Howard Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a facial injury and was in shock after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The cyclist complained of pain or nausea. No helmet use was noted as a factor. The crash happened at night, leaving one vulnerable road user hurt.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Mott Street▸A sedan driver’s distraction on Mott Street left a cyclist hurt. The crash gashed the rider’s leg. Metal and flesh met in the dark. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Mott Street at Bayard Street in Manhattan involved a sedan and a bike. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury with abrasions. The sedan was parked before the crash. The report lists no injuries for the car’s occupants. The data points to driver distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors are noted.
Rear-End Crash on FDR Drive Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
- Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-11
Taxi Hits Woman Crossing East Broadway▸A yellow cab struck a 57-year-old woman on East Broadway. She took a blow to the head. The street fell silent. The driver stayed belted. Shock hung in the air.
A yellow taxi hit a 57-year-old woman as she crossed near 95 East Broadway. She suffered a head injury and stood in shock. According to the police report, the crash happened at the center front of the cab. Both the driver and the pedestrian had 'Unspecified' listed as contributing factors. No driver errors were detailed in the data. The driver wore a seatbelt. The report does not mention any other injuries. The street went quiet after the impact.
Cyclist Injured in Howard Street Crash▸A 52-year-old cyclist struck and hurt on Howard Street. Face injured. Shock followed. Police cite confusion as cause. No other vehicles listed. Night in Manhattan, danger on two wheels.
A 52-year-old male cyclist was injured at 1 Howard Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a facial injury and was in shock after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The cyclist complained of pain or nausea. No helmet use was noted as a factor. The crash happened at night, leaving one vulnerable road user hurt.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Mott Street▸A sedan driver’s distraction on Mott Street left a cyclist hurt. The crash gashed the rider’s leg. Metal and flesh met in the dark. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Mott Street at Bayard Street in Manhattan involved a sedan and a bike. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury with abrasions. The sedan was parked before the crash. The report lists no injuries for the car’s occupants. The data points to driver distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors are noted.
Rear-End Crash on FDR Drive Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A yellow cab struck a 57-year-old woman on East Broadway. She took a blow to the head. The street fell silent. The driver stayed belted. Shock hung in the air.
A yellow taxi hit a 57-year-old woman as she crossed near 95 East Broadway. She suffered a head injury and stood in shock. According to the police report, the crash happened at the center front of the cab. Both the driver and the pedestrian had 'Unspecified' listed as contributing factors. No driver errors were detailed in the data. The driver wore a seatbelt. The report does not mention any other injuries. The street went quiet after the impact.
Cyclist Injured in Howard Street Crash▸A 52-year-old cyclist struck and hurt on Howard Street. Face injured. Shock followed. Police cite confusion as cause. No other vehicles listed. Night in Manhattan, danger on two wheels.
A 52-year-old male cyclist was injured at 1 Howard Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a facial injury and was in shock after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The cyclist complained of pain or nausea. No helmet use was noted as a factor. The crash happened at night, leaving one vulnerable road user hurt.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Mott Street▸A sedan driver’s distraction on Mott Street left a cyclist hurt. The crash gashed the rider’s leg. Metal and flesh met in the dark. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Mott Street at Bayard Street in Manhattan involved a sedan and a bike. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury with abrasions. The sedan was parked before the crash. The report lists no injuries for the car’s occupants. The data points to driver distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors are noted.
Rear-End Crash on FDR Drive Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A 52-year-old cyclist struck and hurt on Howard Street. Face injured. Shock followed. Police cite confusion as cause. No other vehicles listed. Night in Manhattan, danger on two wheels.
A 52-year-old male cyclist was injured at 1 Howard Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a facial injury and was in shock after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The cyclist complained of pain or nausea. No helmet use was noted as a factor. The crash happened at night, leaving one vulnerable road user hurt.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Mott Street▸A sedan driver’s distraction on Mott Street left a cyclist hurt. The crash gashed the rider’s leg. Metal and flesh met in the dark. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Mott Street at Bayard Street in Manhattan involved a sedan and a bike. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury with abrasions. The sedan was parked before the crash. The report lists no injuries for the car’s occupants. The data points to driver distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors are noted.
Rear-End Crash on FDR Drive Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
- Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen, Patch, Published 2025-04-07
Driver Inattention Injures Cyclist on Mott Street▸A sedan driver’s distraction on Mott Street left a cyclist hurt. The crash gashed the rider’s leg. Metal and flesh met in the dark. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Mott Street at Bayard Street in Manhattan involved a sedan and a bike. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury with abrasions. The sedan was parked before the crash. The report lists no injuries for the car’s occupants. The data points to driver distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors are noted.
Rear-End Crash on FDR Drive Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A sedan driver’s distraction on Mott Street left a cyclist hurt. The crash gashed the rider’s leg. Metal and flesh met in the dark. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A crash on Mott Street at Bayard Street in Manhattan involved a sedan and a bike. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The cyclist, a 33-year-old man, suffered a knee and lower leg injury with abrasions. The sedan was parked before the crash. The report lists no injuries for the car’s occupants. The data points to driver distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors are noted.
Rear-End Crash on FDR Drive Injures Driver▸Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Two sedans collided on FDR Drive. A 25-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely and driver inexperience. The impact was at the center rear and front ends of the vehicles, causing shock and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:05 on FDR Drive involving two sedans traveling south. The 25-year-old female driver of a 2022 Lexus sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center back end of the Lexus and the center front end of the other sedan, which was driven by a male with a learner's permit. The male driver was slowing or stopping before the collision, and the female driver was also slowing or stopping. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the Lexus, while the other sedan showed no damage. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.
Taxi and SUV Clash on Pearl Street Turns▸Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Taxi and SUV crashed on Pearl Street. Both turned right. Taxi driver hurt, neck trauma, whiplash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a taxi and an SUV collided at 22:05 on Pearl Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when they struck, the taxi hit in the center back end, the SUV in the center front. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash points to driver error during simultaneous right turns. No victim actions or further contributing factors were noted.
3Sedan Hits Box Truck on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A sedan traveling east on Canal Street struck a box truck. The sedan’s left side doors took the impact. Three sedan occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street in Manhattan at 15:54. A sedan, driven by a 42-year-old male licensed in New Jersey, was traveling straight east when it collided with a box truck also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors, which sustained damage. The box truck showed no damage. Three occupants in the sedan—driver and two passengers—were injured with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All occupants were conscious and not ejected. The police report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on E Houston Street▸Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Two vehicles collided head-on and side-on at E Houston Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver and two passengers suffered moderate injuries including fractures and abrasions. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on E Houston Street involving a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan with its center front end while the sedan was impacted on its left side doors. The SUV had three occupants: a 28-year-old female driver and two male passengers aged 26 and 31. All three were injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, foot, and facial injuries with severity level 3. Air bags deployed for the driver and front passenger of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all injured occupants. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to the crash. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the passengers. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to multi-occupant injuries in Manhattan traffic.
Two Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Injured▸Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Two sedans traveling south on FDR Drive collided. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction caused the crash, resulting in significant vehicle damage and injury.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling southbound on FDR Drive when they collided. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead prior to impact. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the injured driver. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Distracted Truck Turns Hits Pedestrians Centre Street▸Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Box truck driver, distracted, turned and struck two women crossing Centre Street with the signal. Both suffered knee and leg bruises. Sedan damaged but not involved in impact. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn on Centre Street near Canal Street struck two female pedestrians crossing with the signal. The crash happened at 13:46 in Manhattan. Both women, including a 74-year-old, suffered contusions to their knees and lower legs and were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the truck driver. The sedan present was damaged but not cited for driver error. The report highlights the truck driver's failure to yield and lack of attention as the main causes. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrians.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Sedan Side Impact▸A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A 29-year-old male bicyclist riding north on Broome Street was struck on his left side by a sedan stopped in traffic. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention was cited as the contributing factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:15 on Broome Street in Manhattan. A 29-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on an e-bike was hit on the left side doors by a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the side impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no contributing factors related to the victim were noted. Vehicle damage was minimal, but the impact caused significant injury to the vulnerable road user.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
- Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-14
Moped Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Canal Street▸A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A 76-year-old man crossing Canal Street in a marked crosswalk was struck by a moped traveling east. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision.
According to the police report, at 12:13 PM on Canal Street near Forsyth Street in Manhattan, a moped traveling east struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The moped driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness at intersections, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop▸A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
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Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.
According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."
- Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-06
Distracted Drivers Strike Elderly Woman at Lafayette and Grand▸Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Steel shrieked at Lafayette and Grand. Two Toyotas collided. A 67-year-old woman crossing the intersection fell, her leg torn open. Blood pooled. Drivers licensed, but distraction ruled. She left with pain and silence, flesh split by careless hands.
A 67-year-old woman was seriously injured at the intersection of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when two Toyotas, a sedan and an SUV, collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling south and 'struck' at the corner, resulting in the woman being knocked down with 'severe lacerations' to her lower leg. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred. The police report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver distraction and inexperience, which led to the violent impact and left the woman with lasting injuries.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A 22-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Grand Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the driver failed to yield right-of-way. This driver error led to a collision with a 22-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating impact was likely limited but sufficient to cause injury. The driver was licensed and operating a 2006 Toyota sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on FDR Drive▸Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
Two SUVs collided on FDR Drive at 5 a.m. A 24-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. The front SUV was stopped in traffic when the rear SUV struck it head-on. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive around 5 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south were involved. The rear vehicle, a 2019 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed female from Delaware, was going straight ahead when it struck the center back end of a 2023 Mitsubishi SUV stopped in traffic. The front vehicle was occupied by a 24-year-old female driver who sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision dynamics indicate a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the rear driver, causing a rear-end collision with a stopped vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash on East Houston▸A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.
A 48-year-old man riding west on East Houston crashed and suffered bruises to his knee, leg, and foot. No other vehicles or people were involved. Police list unspecified factors. The rider was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on East Houston Street in Manhattan was injured in a solo crash at 3:30 PM. He suffered contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, with no details on the cause. The bicyclist was unlicensed. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both marked as 'Other.' No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.