About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 17
▸ Crush Injuries 5
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 19
▸ Concussion 15
▸ Whiplash 109
▸ Contusion/Bruise 103
▸ Abrasion 81
▸ Pain/Nausea 16
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 52
- 2023 Black Ford Pickup (KZH9470) – 134 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Mitsubishi Suburban (KZF9054) – 117 times • 1 in last 90d here
- Vehicle (KZH9916) – 104 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Mitsubishi Suburban (KZF9979) – 96 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2018 Red Volkswagen 4S (SKL4509) – 53 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Bronx River Parkway: two riders down, a system on idle
Precinct 52: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Two men died before dawn on the Bronx River Parkway. Police say a 21‑year‑old in a Mercedes tried to pass, hit a Volkswagen, then struck two motorcycles. Both riders, Manuel Amarantepenalo, 19, and Enrique Martinez, 21, were thrown and died at the hospital, according to Gothamist. Prosecutors charged the driver with vehicular manslaughter and DWI, Gothamist reported.
“Two people were killed. He was drunk,” the victim’s sister said outside court, quoted by the Daily News. “How could they let him go?” their mother asked, the Daily News reported. The highway shut near Gun Hill as police worked the scene, said Gothamist.
CBS said simply: “Two men on motorcycles were killed in the crash overnight” on the parkway by East Gun Hill Road (CBS New York).
Nights in the 52nd: the hours that kill
In Precinct 52, deaths pile up at night. From midnight to 5 a.m., seven people were killed and hundreds injured, with spikes at midnight and 5 a.m., per city data (NYC Open Data). The Bronx River Parkway is a top hotspot here, with two deaths and more than a hundred injuries. The Major Deegan follows.
The bodies tell the story: pedestrians, cyclists, riders, passengers. In this precinct since 2022, pedestrians suffered 371 injuries and three deaths; cyclists 115 injuries; riders of other small motorized devices 59 injuries; vehicle occupants eight deaths and 1,525 injuries (NYC Open Data). Heavy vehicles are not the bulk; cars and SUVs drive most pedestrian injuries here (NYC Open Data).
What keeps breaking here
“Other” is the leading listed factor in the precinct’s injury and death toll, with five deaths tied to it. Vulnerable road user error appears in the data too, but the worst damage tracks the hours, the speed, and the corridors (NYC Open Data). Unsafe speed shows up in the ledger. Failure to yield maims people on side streets. Distraction is there as well.
On West Kingsbridge and University, a 65‑year‑old crossing with the signal was hit and killed by a turning van, police records say (CrashID 4801942). On Mosholu at Bainbridge, a moped rider died after a collision with a BMW sedan (CrashID 4692380). The dates change. The pattern does not.
Fix the corners. Tame the nights.
Start with the hotspots. Daylight crossings and harden turns on West Fordham Road and Jerome Avenue. Give leading pedestrian intervals at University and Kingsbridge. Clamp down on night speeding on the Bronx River Parkway and the Major Deegan with targeted operations tied to the midnight–5 a.m. window the data flags, and repeat them at the same places each week (NYC Open Data).
These are simple moves. They protect people outside the car first.
Citywide levers that save lives here
Lower speeds save lives. New York has the power to set safer limits. Advocates urge the city to drop the default to 20 mph. You can press your officials now (Take Action).
The worst repeat speeders do outsized harm. The proposed Stop Super Speeders Act would force drivers with extreme ticket histories or points to use tech that caps speed. Safe‑streets groups are calling lawmakers to move it. Tell yours to back it (Take Action).
The families wait
“Two people were killed,” the sister said. “He was drunk.” The words hang there, in a courthouse hallway, and on a road where engines never sleep (Daily News).
Citations
▸ Citations
- Drunk Driver Kills Two Bronx Motorcyclists, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-12
- Bronx Parkway Crash Kills Two Riders, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-12
- Two Motorcyclists Killed In Bronx Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-11
- Scooter Riders Killed On Bronx Parkway, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
Other Representatives
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▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 52 Police Precinct 52 sits in Bronx, District 11, AD 78, SD 31.
It contains Bronx CB7, Bronx CB27, University Heights (North)-Fordham, Bedford Park, Norwood, Bronx Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 52
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SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Parkway Crash▸Apr 6 - Pick-up and sedan collided on Bronx River Parkway. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver and one passenger injured. Metal twisted. Pain and shock followed. System failed to protect.
A pick-up truck and a sedan crashed on Bronx River Parkway in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. The crash left a 56-year-old male driver with facial injuries and shock, and a 56-year-old female passenger with back pain. Both vehicles were traveling south. The pick-up was changing lanes; the sedan went straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed aggression to rule the road. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
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Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Parkway Crash▸Apr 6 - Pick-up and sedan collided on Bronx River Parkway. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver and one passenger injured. Metal twisted. Pain and shock followed. System failed to protect.
A pick-up truck and a sedan crashed on Bronx River Parkway in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. The crash left a 56-year-old male driver with facial injuries and shock, and a 56-year-old female passenger with back pain. Both vehicles were traveling south. The pick-up was changing lanes; the sedan went straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed aggression to rule the road. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
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Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Apr 6 - Pick-up and sedan collided on Bronx River Parkway. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver and one passenger injured. Metal twisted. Pain and shock followed. System failed to protect.
A pick-up truck and a sedan crashed on Bronx River Parkway in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' was a contributing factor. The crash left a 56-year-old male driver with facial injuries and shock, and a 56-year-old female passenger with back pain. Both vehicles were traveling south. The pick-up was changing lanes; the sedan went straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed aggression to rule the road. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
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Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
- Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-06
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Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Injures Teen on Decatur Ave▸Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 25 - A 17-year-old girl was hurt and left in shock after an unlicensed SUV driver struck a box truck on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before impact, hit the truck’s rear. Systemic danger from unlicensed driving exposed.
According to the police report, an unlicensed female SUV driver collided with a box truck at 10:03 on Decatur Ave. The SUV, parked before the crash, struck the truck’s right rear bumper with its left front quarter panel. A 17-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured and suffered shock. Injury severity was rated level 3. The report lists 'Unspecified' as contributing factors for the occupant. The key driver error was the SUV driver’s unlicensed status, a systemic risk that led to the crash and injury. No fault is assigned to the victim.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Fordham Road Sedan Impact▸Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 24 - A 30-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg bruises after being struck by a sedan while crossing Fordham Road outside an intersection. The vehicle, traveling east and going straight, showed no damage. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg after being hit by a Nissan sedan traveling east on Fordham Road at 17:41. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal, but the report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan was going straight ahead and sustained no damage, indicating a low-impact collision. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions were noted but not identified as contributing factors. The lack of vehicle damage and unspecified contributing factors suggest systemic dangers at this location, but no direct driver violations were recorded.
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Rear-End Crash on Major Deegan Expressway Injures Passenger▸Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 24 - Two sedans collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at 4:25 AM. The rear passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe backing as causes. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.
According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on the Major Deegan Expressway, two northbound sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2023 Mazda sedan, was traveling straight ahead when it was struck from behind by a 2019 Honda sedan merging into its lane. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Mazda and the center back end of the Honda. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both drivers and 'Backing Unsafely' for one. A 46-year-old female occupant seated in the rear of the Honda sustained neck injuries and contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe vehicle maneuvers on high-speed roadways.
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Parked Cars in Bronx▸Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 23 - A 29-year-old woman, unlicensed and distracted, crashed her sedan into two parked vehicles on Bainbridge Avenue. She suffered neck injuries and bruises. Driver inattention fueled the violent impact.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old unlicensed woman made a U-turn in her sedan near 2970 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx at 1:11 a.m. She struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The unlicensed driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and contusions, with her airbag deploying. No other injuries were reported. The police report highlights the unlicensed status and inattention of the driver as central to the crash. No actions by other road users contributed to the collision.
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Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan,
ABC7,
Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 22 - A black Mercedes struck a southbound driver from behind on the Major Deegan. The Mercedes driver fled on foot. The victim died at St. Barnabas. Police closed lanes to investigate. The search for the fleeing driver continues.
ABC7 reported on March 22, 2025, that a deadly hit-and-run occurred around 3:45 a.m. on the Major Deegan Expressway near West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the NYPD, 'a 39-year-old man was driving southbound on the expressway when he was struck by a black Mercedes Benz sedan from behind.' The Mercedes driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on foot, leaving the victim critically injured. First responders took the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. All southbound lanes were closed for the investigation. The incident highlights the ongoing danger of hit-and-run crashes and the challenges police face in holding fleeing drivers accountable.
- Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan, ABC7, Published 2025-03-22
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Driverless Sedan Rolls Into Stopped SUV▸Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 18 - A driverless sedan rolled east on W Fordham Road, crashing into a stopped SUV. The impact crushed the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered knee bruises and limped away, conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on W Fordham Road rolled driverless and struck a stopped SUV on its right side doors. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The sedan had no occupants or driver at the time, indicating a runaway vehicle scenario. The impact caused metal to crush metal, damaging the SUV’s right side doors. A 26-year-old male front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as a "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle," highlighting a critical driver error or system failure that allowed the sedan to move uncontrolled. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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Unlicensed Driver Crashes SUV on Bronx River Parkway▸Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 18 - A 23-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and abrasions after crashing his BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on while traveling south at unsafe speed. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver operating a 2021 BMW SUV on the Bronx River Parkway was injured in a crash at 4:05 AM. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the vehicle's center front end impacted, causing damage. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The driver sustained head injuries and abrasions, with an injury severity rated at 3. The vehicle's airbag deployed, and the driver was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior, specifically unsafe speed and lack of proper licensing, as key causes of the collision.
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Bronx Sedan Rear-Ends Another Sedan Injuring Driver▸Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 13 - A sedan rear-ended another sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 37-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and was unconscious with a concussion. Police cited following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx at 11:15. A sedan traveling north struck the center back end of another sedan also traveling north. The driver of the struck sedan, a 37-year-old male, was injured with a head injury and was found unconscious, suffering a concussion. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed, and the injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused center back end damage to the struck sedan and center front end damage to the striking sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
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Distracted Driver Causes SUV-Sedan Collision▸Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.
Mar 8 - A distracted sedan driver changed lanes on the Major Deegan Expressway, colliding with a southbound SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe speed were cited as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:20 on the Major Deegan Expressway. A sedan, traveling south and operated by a 73-year-old female driver, was changing lanes when it struck the right rear bumper of a southbound SUV. The sedan’s left front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious, suffered neck injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. No other factors, such as victim behavior or pedestrian involvement, were noted. This crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe speed on high-speed roadways.