Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 7?
No More Names on Asphalt
Precinct 7: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Toll on Our Streets
Nine deaths. Fifteen serious injuries. Seven hundred ninety-five people hurt. This is not a tally from a war zone. This is Police Precinct 7 since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care if you are young or old. They do not care if you are careful.
Just last year, a woman was killed crossing Delancey Street. She was 81. The driver was distracted. He turned right. She did not make it home. Data from NYC Open Data tells the story.
On July 4th, a pickup truck tore through a group of pedestrians on Water Street. Four people died. One was a child. The truck kept going straight. The people did not. No warning. No chance.
The Dangers Multiply
Cars and trucks did most of the killing. Eight deaths by truck, car, or SUV. Motorcycles, mopeds, bikes—they hurt, but they do not kill at the same rate. The street is not fair. The bigger machine wins.
The violence is not always loud. Sometimes it is a van with 76 propane tanks and 75 gallons of gasoline, rolling loose and striking a car with a woman and a child inside. “Firefighters forced entry into the van, removing 76 20-pound propane cylinders and 15 five-gallon fuel containers,” as reported by NY Daily News. The driver was charged with reckless endangerment. The victims survived. This time.
Leadership: Promises and Pressure
The city has new tools. Lower speed limits. More speed cameras. But the pace is slow. The police can do more. They can crack down on speeding. They can ticket drivers who fail to yield. They can target the corners where people keep getting hurt. They have the power. They need to use it.
Community boards and advocates are pushing. “We want a real solution to the bike and pedestrian safety issue,” said CB 5 Vice Chair Samir Lavingia. The city listens, sometimes. But not enough. Not fast enough.
Act Now—Before the Next Siren
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for another name to become a number. The dead cannot speak. You can. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700193 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Loose Food Cart Strikes Parked Car in Manhattan, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
- Van Crash Reveals Fuel Stockpile In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-17
- Car Fire Halts Lincoln Tunnel Traffic, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
Other Representatives
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212-788-7366
District 27
Room 2011, 250 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
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▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 7 Police Precinct 7 sits in Manhattan, District 2, AD 65, SD 27.
It contains Manhattan CB3, Chinatown-Two Bridges, Lower East Side.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 7
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Columbia▸A sedan struck an e-scooter on Columbia Street. The scooter rider took the hit in the abdomen. Police cite driver inattention. Three car occupants unhurt. The street stays dangerous.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-scooter on Columbia Street at Stanton. The 50-year-old e-scooter rider suffered an abdominal injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were not injured. The e-scooter rider was the only person hurt in the crash. The report lists no errors for the scooter rider. The crash highlights the risk for vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.
Improper Turn, Red Light Crash Injures Two▸Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
2Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
- Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets, New York Post, Published 2025-05-13
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Columbia▸A sedan struck an e-scooter on Columbia Street. The scooter rider took the hit in the abdomen. Police cite driver inattention. Three car occupants unhurt. The street stays dangerous.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-scooter on Columbia Street at Stanton. The 50-year-old e-scooter rider suffered an abdominal injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were not injured. The e-scooter rider was the only person hurt in the crash. The report lists no errors for the scooter rider. The crash highlights the risk for vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.
Improper Turn, Red Light Crash Injures Two▸Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
2Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A sedan struck an e-scooter on Columbia Street. The scooter rider took the hit in the abdomen. Police cite driver inattention. Three car occupants unhurt. The street stays dangerous.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-scooter on Columbia Street at Stanton. The 50-year-old e-scooter rider suffered an abdominal injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were not injured. The e-scooter rider was the only person hurt in the crash. The report lists no errors for the scooter rider. The crash highlights the risk for vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.
Improper Turn, Red Light Crash Injures Two▸Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
2Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
2Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
2Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers▸Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
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Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers,
amny,
Published 2025-05-04
2Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Three dead in two weeks. Cyclist crushed in Soho. Pedestrian killed crossing Woodhaven. Another cyclist struck by fire truck in Queens. Protected lanes grow, but streets remain perilous. City claims progress. The toll mounts. The danger persists.
amNY reported on May 4, 2025, that a surge in deadly collisions has struck New York City as spring brings more cyclists and pedestrians to the streets. On May 1, a cyclist died after hitting a van's open door and being thrown under a truck at Broome and Centre Streets. On April 25, a motorcyclist struck and killed Breanna Henderson as she crossed Woodhaven Boulevard. On April 19, a fire truck responding to an emergency collided with a cyclist, who died at the scene. The article notes, 'each of which is under investigation by the NYPD.' The city’s Department of Transportation points to expanded protected bike lanes—87.5 miles added in three years—and new barriers, but the recent deaths highlight ongoing systemic risks for vulnerable road users.
- Spring Collisions Expose Street Dangers, amny, Published 2025-05-04
2Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho▸A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A van door swung open. The cyclist struck it. He fell. A truck crushed him. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The street stayed busy. The drivers waited. The city moved on.
According to NY Daily News (May 3, 2025), Georgios Smaragdis, 44, was killed while riding his e-bike west on Broome Street in Soho. The article states, "he slammed into the door of a Mercedes van that its driver had just flung open," sending him into the path of a red delivery truck that ran him over. Both drivers remained at the scene. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy." Police have not announced charges. The crash highlights the persistent danger of dooring and the lethal consequences for cyclists when drivers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors. The incident underscores ongoing risks for vulnerable road users in Manhattan’s dense traffic.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Dooring in Soho, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash▸A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A man on an e-bike struck a van door on Broome Street. The door swung open. He fell into the path of a box truck. The truck ran him over. Medics tried to save him. He died at Bellevue Hospital.
NY Daily News reported on May 1, 2025, that an e-bike rider died in Manhattan after being doored by a Mercedes van and then run over by a box truck. The crash happened around 10:10 a.m. on Broome Street near Centre Street. The van driver told the outlet, "I opened the door. I didn’t even see the guy. I only saw the accident." The collision forced the cyclist into the path of a red delivery truck, which then struck him. The 54-year-old truck driver stayed at the scene. Police had not determined if charges would be filed. The article highlights the lethal risk of dooring and the vulnerability of cyclists in mixed traffic. The incident underscores systemic dangers at curbside and the consequences of inattentive door opening.
- E-Bike Rider Killed After Van Door Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-01
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
- Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-29
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Delancey and Clinton▸A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A sedan hit a 27-year-old man at Delancey and Clinton. The crash left him injured and incoherent. Police cite 'Other Vehicular' factors. The street saw pain and confusion. The car kept moving. The city kept moving.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of Delancey Street and Clinton Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was described as incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The crash underscores the dangers faced by pedestrians on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Columbia Street▸A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A sedan hit a man on Columbia Street. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
A sedan struck a 38-year-old male pedestrian near 120 Columbia Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when hit and suffered internal injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted in the data.
Sedans Collide on FDR Drive, Two Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Two sedans crashed on FDR Drive. A driver and passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, pain. The city moves on.
Two sedans crashed on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash injured a 22-year-old driver and a 71-year-old front passenger. The driver suffered neck pain; the passenger had a head contusion. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
2Sedan Swerves on Bridge, Passengers Injured▸Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Sedan cut lanes on Williamsburg Bridge path. Three passengers hurt. Faces and heads bloodied. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to protect.
A sedan traveling east on the Williamsburg Bridge bike and pedestrian path struck trouble. Three passengers suffered injuries to the face and head. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the main contributing factor. The crash left blood and abrasions. The driver and two passengers were hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a car to endanger vulnerable users in a space meant for safety.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
- Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death, The New York Times, Published 2025-04-12
SUVs Collide on FDR Drive, Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Two SUVs crashed on FDR Drive. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass. Sudden impact. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive at East Houston Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. The crash involved both vehicles traveling south, one changing lanes and the other going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes no other contributing factors. The toll: one injured, two others with unspecified injuries. The city’s roads remain hazardous for all.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
- Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-11
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
- Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen, Patch, Published 2025-04-07
Unsafe Lane Change Hurts Elderly Woman, Child▸Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Metal screamed on FDR Drive. An 81-year-old woman and a child injured. Blood on the armrest. Sirens wailed. Unsafe lane change cut through the morning. System failed the vulnerable. Pain lingered in steel and flesh.
A crash on FDR Drive left an 81-year-old woman with shoulder injuries and a 4-year-old child shaken. A 35-year-old passenger suffered back pain, and an 80-year-old man was hurt in the leg. According to the police report, multiple sedans and SUVs collided. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the main contributing factor. Blood marked the scene. Sirens followed. The system put the most vulnerable at risk.
Taxi Strikes Elder Pedestrian on Delancey▸Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.
Taxi hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Delancey. She walked with the signal. Her leg was hurt. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain harsh for those on foot.
A taxi traveling east on Delancey Street struck a 73-year-old woman as she crossed at Norfolk Street with the signal. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was left in shock and pain. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to pedestrians in Manhattan.