No More Names on the Asphalt

An SUV turning right on Avenue B struck a 23-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The impact fractured the victim’s lower leg and foot. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused serious injury at a busy Manhattan intersection.

According to the police report, a Tesla SUV traveling south on Avenue B was making a right turn at 23:15 when it struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near E 14 St. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the vehicle driver as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and was located at the intersection at the time of impact. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or helmet use were noted. The collision’s point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper, underscoring the driver’s failure to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769258, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Tesla sedan making a left turn hit a northbound bicyclist on 1st Avenue. The cyclist suffered facial contusions and shock. Police cite the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No helmet or victim fault noted.

According to the police report, at 7:18 AM on 1st Avenue near East 13th Street in Manhattan, a 2023 Tesla sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, collided with a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained facial contusions and was in shock but was not ejected from his bike. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the cyclist, causing injury. The report explicitly lists the contributing factor as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the sedan driver. The bicyclist was not cited for any contributing factors, and no helmet use or other victim behaviors were noted as relevant. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762947, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed at East 12 Street and 1 Avenue in Manhattan. Six occupants were inside one vehicle, including two injured female passengers, ages 9 and 15. The collision caused right side and front end damage. Driver inattention and traffic control disregard were factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 8:30 AM on East 12 Street near 1 Avenue in Manhattan. Two sedans collided: a 2016 Honda traveling east and a 2015 Porsche traveling north. The Honda sustained damage to the right side doors, impacted at the right front quarter panel, while the Porsche was damaged at the center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors. Among the six occupants in the Honda, two female passengers were injured: a 9-year-old with facial injuries and minor bleeding, and a 15-year-old with neck pain and complaints of nausea. Both were not ejected and experienced shock. The 9-year-old's injury was linked to driver inattention and traffic control disregard, underscoring systemic danger from driver errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758402, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A southbound sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling the same direction on Avenue A. The cyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow. The sedan’s right side doors bore damage from the impact. The bicyclist remained conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old female bicyclist and a male driver in a 2013 sedan were both traveling south on Avenue A in Manhattan at 17:51. The sedan struck the bicyclist, impacting the right side doors of the vehicle and the bicyclist’s right rear bumper area. The bicyclist sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, with injury severity rated as 3. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No safety equipment was used by the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. Vehicle damage was limited to the sedan’s right side doors. The report focuses on the collision impact and resulting injuries without attributing fault to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757558, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 54-year-old female bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm after a collision on Avenue D. The bike's left front bumper was damaged. The rider was conscious but injured in the crash.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old female bicyclist riding eastbound on Avenue D was partially ejected from her bike during a collision. The impact damaged the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors or other vehicles involved. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash occurred at 14:20 in Manhattan's 10009 zip code. No other vehicles or driver actions are detailed in the report, and no victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758190, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 4-year-old boy was injured after a bike struck him at an intersection on 1 Avenue. The bike driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing a collision with no visible injuries but shock to the child.

According to the police report, a bike traveling northbound on 1 Avenue struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection near East 12 Street in Manhattan around 12:19 a.m. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the collision occurred. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the bike driver. The pedestrian suffered injuries classified as severity 3 and was in shock, though no visible injuries were noted. The bike sustained no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield and distraction as the cause, focusing on driver error without attributing fault to the young pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757561, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted taxi driver struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian crossing Bowery outside a crosswalk. The impact caused neck injuries and shock. The taxi showed no damage. Driver inattention led to this serious collision in Manhattan late at night.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling southbound on Bowery struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver, licensed and operating a 2024 Toyota vehicle, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. Despite the severity of the pedestrian's injuries, the taxi sustained no damage. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in Manhattan's busy streets late at night.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756307, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 68-year-old man suffered back abrasions after an SUV backing on FDR Drive struck him. The pedestrian was conscious and injured outside the roadway. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, highlighting dangers of obstructed views during vehicle maneuvers.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2007 Toyota SUV backing on FDR Drive in Manhattan struck him. The pedestrian was located outside the roadway and sustained back abrasions, remaining conscious after the impact. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian due to limited visibility while backing. The vehicle showed no damage, suggesting a low-speed impact. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the backing maneuver under limited visibility conditions directly led to the collision. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757113, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pick-up truck traveling east on East 12 Street hit a southbound bicyclist at night. The cyclist suffered upper leg injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, at 10:00 PM on East 12 Street near Avenue B in Manhattan, a 2011 pick-up truck traveling east struck a bicyclist traveling south. The point of impact was the truck's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old male, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises, with injury severity rated as moderate (3). The bicyclist was conscious and remained on the bike, not ejected during the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the truck driver's failure to maintain focus. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755891, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi driver distracted by inattention struck a pedestrian crossing East 4 Street at Lafayette Street. The woman suffered bruises and a lower arm injury. The crash happened just before midnight in Manhattan’s Council District 2.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling eastbound on East 4 Street struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at Lafayette Street. The pedestrian, a woman, sustained contusions and an injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and a severity level 3 injury. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The taxi was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. Despite the collision, the taxi sustained no damage. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal, and no contributing factors were attributed to her behavior. The crash occurred at 11:59 PM in Manhattan, zip code 10003, within Council District 2.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751550, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 32-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made a left turn and hit her on Saint Marks Place. The police report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, at 8:30 AM on Saint Marks Place in Manhattan, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with a 32-year-old female bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper striking the bicyclist, who sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was conscious, not ejected from her bike, and was riding without safety equipment. Vehicle damage was noted on the bike’s right side doors, while the sedan showed no damage. This crash highlights driver error in yielding as the critical factor in the injury of a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4749641, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Ford SUV struck the rear of a city bus on East 14th Street. Two passengers in the SUV suffered injuries including knee and facial trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:07 on East 14th Street when a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west rear-ended a city bus also traveling west. The SUV's center front end collided with the bus's center back end. The report identifies driver errors including 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. Two female occupants of the SUV were injured: a 24-year-old front passenger suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock; a 31-year-old rear passenger sustained facial injuries with minor bleeding and was also in shock. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and no damage was reported to the bus. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4750697, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Tesla sedan parked on Broadway struck a 20-year-old female bicyclist passing too closely. The cyclist was partially ejected, suffering knee and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers for cyclists.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:26 AM on Broadway in Manhattan. A 20-year-old female bicyclist traveling north was partially ejected after colliding with a 2023 Tesla sedan that was parked and then struck the cyclist's center front end with its right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The Tesla driver was licensed and male. The collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and unsafe passing behavior, without any indication of fault or contributing factors on the cyclist's part.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748101, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two men collided head-on on Broadway, Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries, including a bicyclist with elbow and hand wounds. The crash stemmed from driver inattention and distraction, causing a violent impact between a bike and a scooter.

According to the police report, at 17:17 on Broadway in Manhattan, a collision occurred between a bicyclist and a scooter driver traveling in opposite directions. Both vehicles struck each other front-center. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old man, sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock noted. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. Neither driver was ejected from their vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction, as both operators failed to maintain attention, leading to a head-on collision with significant injury to the vulnerable bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746390, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on 2 Avenue in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle suffered a bruised arm and shock. Police cite driver inattention and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as causes. No ejections or severe damage reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:35 on 2 Avenue near East 14 Street in Manhattan. Two sedans traveling south collided, with impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 22-year-old male occupant, was injured with contusions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error. No ejections occurred, and vehicle damage was limited to the left rear bumper of one sedan. The police report does not mention any victim behavior contributing to the crash. This collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the ripple effects of reacting to unrelated vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4745666, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs collided on Avenue B in Manhattan. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle. A 55-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite improper lane usage as the cause. No ejections occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:41 AM on Avenue B in Manhattan. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling north collided, with the point of impact on the right side doors of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first SUV was going straight ahead, while the second was entering a parked position. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management. A 55-year-old female front passenger in the first vehicle was injured, suffering back injuries and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744115, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pedestrian crossing with the signal was struck by a northbound e-bike on Bowery. The impact caused a facial injury and concussion. According to the police report, pedestrian confusion contributed to the crash, highlighting risks at intersections.

At 9:00 PM on Bowery, a pedestrian was injured when struck by a northbound e-bike, according to the police report. The pedestrian, crossing with the signal, suffered a facial injury and concussion, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The e-bike struck the pedestrian at the center front end with no damage reported to the vehicle. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is explicitly recorded, and the confusion factor is attributed to the pedestrian, not the driver. This incident underscores the dangers present at intersections involving e-bikes and pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741018, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A van parked on East 14th Street struck a bicyclist traveling west. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious. The crash involved limited visibility, with no damage reported to the van. Driver errors contributed to the collision.

According to the police report, a van was parked on East 14th Street in Manhattan when it struck a bicyclist traveling west at 7:00 p.m. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old female, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The report cites "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the van driver failed to account for limited visibility. The van was damaged on the left side doors, but no damage was reported. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment, though these were not listed as contributing factors. The van driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights driver errors related to failing to ensure clear visibility before moving from a parked position.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740017, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738302, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Yamaha motorcycle crashed into a turning bus at Avenue D and East 10th. The rider struck the pavement headfirst. Blood pooled. The signal was there. It was not obeyed. Sirens cut the silence. One man lay unconscious, grievously hurt.

A violent collision unfolded at Avenue D and East 10th in Manhattan when a Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight, crashed into a bus making a left turn. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:39 a.m. and involved a 39-year-old male motorcyclist who suffered severe head injuries and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. The report explicitly lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, stating, 'The signal was there. It was not obeyed.' The impact was to the center front end of the motorcycle and the left side doors of the bus. The data does not specify which driver disregarded the signal, but the failure to obey traffic control devices stands out as the central cause. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the primary driver error.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738035, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15