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A taxi struck a vehicle changing lanes on Hudson Street just after midnight. The driver of the other vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage by the other driver as a contributing factor to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:01 AM on Hudson Street. The taxi was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when it collided with another vehicle that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the taxi's right front quarter panel and the other vehicle's left front quarter panel. The driver of the vehicle changing lanes, a 34-year-old male occupant, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The police report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor to the crash, explicitly pointing to the lane change maneuver as a driver error. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the other driver’s improper lane usage led to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765127, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 39-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of West 13 Street and 7 Avenue in Manhattan at 2:54 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2017 Ford sedan, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors to the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but his failure to maintain attention and execute a proper turn directly led to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763362, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A woman crossing with the signal was struck by a pick-up truck making a right turn on Bleecker Street. The impact fractured her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way amid limited visibility, causing serious injury.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on Bleecker Street made a right turn and struck a female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a fracture, dislocation, and distortion to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injury. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, compounded by limited or obstructed view. The point of impact was the truck's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford pick-up truck with two occupants. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and limited visibility as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763365, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old female bicyclist traveling west on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries, experiencing shock. The driver’s inattention contributed to the collision, with no reported damage to vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:45 PM on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south and making a left turn, collided with a westbound female bicyclist, age 18. The bicyclist sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in contusions and shock. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan impacted the left side doors of the bike, though neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet classified as 'Motorcycle Only.' No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767687, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision in Manhattan. The crash, caused by driver inattention, left the 52-year-old unconscious with minor bleeding. The vehicle sustained front-end damage traveling eastbound near West 14 Street.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash in Manhattan near West 14 Street at 12:15. The driver suffered head injuries and was unconscious with minor bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The e-scooter was traveling straight ahead eastbound when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained corresponding damage. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction behind the wheel of motorized personal vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759822, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 54-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a crash in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the collision. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on East 12 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was riding eastbound, going straight ahead, and the point of impact was the center front end of the bike. The vehicle, a bike, sustained no damage. The report highlights driver errors related to inattention and distraction as the cause of the collision, with no mention of any contributing victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758873, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi turning right on Bleecker Street struck a 38-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian injured and conscious.

According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Bleecker Street near LaGuardia Place in Manhattan, a taxi making a right turn struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with a fractured elbow and dislocation, classified as injury severity 3. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front bumper. The report explicitly cites the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and located at the intersection. No damage was reported to the taxi, which was traveling southeast with one occupant. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754973, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on 5 Avenue in Manhattan during simultaneous right turns. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite improper turning and lane usage as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed men, traveling westbound at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 5 Avenue near West 11 Street in Manhattan at 9:40 AM. Two sedans, both traveling westbound and making right turns, collided. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 29-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained an internal injury to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors to the crash. Both drivers were licensed, with one holding a New Jersey license and the other a New York license. The collision highlights driver errors in executing right turns and lane positioning.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755086, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 29-year-old female driver suffered elbow and arm abrasions in a Manhattan collision. The crash occurred on Varick Street at 5:25 a.m. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor, with the driver restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 5:25 a.m. on Varick Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 29-year-old woman, was operating a 2007 Honda sedan traveling south and making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. Vehicle damage included impact to the right front quarter panel and center front end. The report does not list any victim errors or pedestrian involvement, focusing on the driver’s impaired condition as the key factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4753797, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 45-year-old woman suffered a head injury and minor bleeding after an e-bike collision at an intersection on East 14 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was in shock and injured while crossing the roadway. No driver errors were reported.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured in a collision with an e-bike on East 14 Street near 5 Avenue in Manhattan at 11:00 AM. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless operation. The e-bike was unoccupied by a driver at the time, and no additional vehicle damage or driver information was provided. The pedestrian's actions were described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no contributing factors were cited. The focus remains on the collision impact and resulting injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755799, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on West Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old front-seat passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling northbound at impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Street near Clarkson Street in Manhattan at 8:00 p.m. Two sport utility vehicles were involved, both traveling northbound. The rear SUV struck the front SUV at the center back end, causing damage to both vehicles' center front and back ends. The front passenger, a 25-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in busy Manhattan streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4749315, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi struck the rear of an SUV traveling south on Hudson Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 5:00 AM on Hudson Street in Manhattan. A 36-year-old male taxi driver, wearing a lap belt, was injured with head trauma and whiplash after his vehicle struck the center back end of a southbound SUV. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the taxi impacted the rear of the SUV. The taxi sustained damage to its center back end, while the SUV's center front end was damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. Driver errors such as failure to maintain safe distance or inattention may be inferred from the rear-end collision, but no explicit driver errors are cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748046, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped traveling east collided with a southbound pedicab on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The pedicab driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved failure to yield and driver distraction.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East 8 Street near 5 Avenue in Manhattan. A moped traveling east struck a pedicab traveling south. The pedicab driver, a 32-year-old male bicyclist, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the part of the moped operator. The pedicab driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was noted at the center front end of the moped and other areas of the pedicab. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on vehicle driver errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747354, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist riding west on Greenwich Avenue suffered a concussion and upper arm injury after a sedan collided with his right front quarter panel. The cyclist remained conscious and was wearing a helmet. The crash caused damage to the sedan’s right side doors.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling west on Greenwich Avenue was struck by a sedan. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the bike and the right side doors of the sedan. The bicyclist sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The collision occurred at 8:55 AM in Manhattan’s 10011 zip code. The absence of cited driver errors in the report highlights systemic danger in vehicle-bicycle interactions on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747278, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted bus driver rolled through West 14th and 7th. Metal struck a man stepping down. His face split. Blood pooled on the curb. The bus did not stop. The city’s machinery moved on, unmarked, leaving pain behind.

A pedestrian was severely injured at the corner of West 14th Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan when a bus, traveling north, struck him as he was getting off a vehicle. According to the police report, the bus driver was inattentive and distracted at the time of the crash. The narrative states, 'The bus did not stop. Metal passed flesh. His face tore open. Blood pooled near the curb. The driver was distracted. The bus rolled on, unmarked.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor. The 46-year-old man suffered severe facial lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of any pedestrian error or behavior contributing to the crash. The bus sustained no damage, and the driver continued without stopping, underscoring the lethal consequences of driver distraction in New York City’s dense streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747288, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 39-year-old man walking against traffic on Clarkson Street was struck by a northbound sedan. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to his lower leg and foot. The driver, proceeding straight, made contact with the pedestrian’s left rear side.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking against traffic along Clarkson Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 18:20 when a northbound 2022 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, struck the pedestrian on the left rear bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s action of walking against traffic is noted. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a glancing impact. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The incident underscores the dangers posed by pedestrian movement against traffic flow and the risks of vehicle-pedestrian contact on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743716, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered neck injuries after colliding with a parked SUV in Manhattan. The impact struck the left side doors of the vehicle. The bicyclist was conscious but experienced whiplash and no helmet was worn.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:40 in Manhattan near East 12 Street. A 30-year-old male bicyclist traveling east collided with a stationary Toyota SUV that was parked and facing east. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious at the scene but was not wearing any safety equipment such as a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors by the SUV operator, who was parked at the time. The bicyclist’s ejection and injury severity highlight the dangers cyclists face when colliding with parked vehicles, emphasizing systemic risks in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743402, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737247, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 59-year-old bicyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm after a collision with a sedan backing unsafely on 7 Avenue South. The sedan showed no damage despite striking the bike’s front center. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. A 59-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling east, was going straight ahead before the collision but was cited for backing unsafely, a driver error contributing to the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. Despite the collision, the sedan sustained no damage. The report lists the bicyclist’s contributing factors as unspecified and backing unsafely, highlighting the driver’s failure to maintain safe backing procedures as the primary cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737348, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737301, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15