NYPD Crash Investigations
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NYPD: Sorry, We’re Too Busy Dealing with Bombs to Protect You From Killer Drivers
We've just learned the truth: Police don't have time to protect pedestrians when there's "real" police work to do.
October 25, 2018
Bus Driver Who Killed Dan Hanegby Gets 30 Days — The Max
It's a short sentence for a horrific crash. But that's justice in New York City for you. And don't miss the widow's gripping victim's impact statement below.
October 25, 2018
Three Drivers Have Gotten Away With Murder on Northern Boulevard This Year
The good news is that the DOT is committed to making street-safety improvements.
October 10, 2018
SEE IT: Video Shows Bus Driver Killing Citi Bike Rider Dan Hanegby
More evidence that bus driver Dave Lewis is to blame for the crash that killed a Citi Bike rider last year.
September 20, 2018
20th Precinct Chief Wanted to Arrest Taxi Driver Who Killed Madison Lyden — But Cy Vance Said No
A district attorney already under fire for his questionable performance in office gets criticized anew.
September 5, 2018
Police Search for Hit-and-Run ATV Rider Who Killed a 65-Year-Old Cyclist
NYPD needs your help in finding the killer of a 65-year-old cyclist last week.
September 4, 2018
Drivers Who Killed Madison Lyden Have Little to Fear From Cy Vance, Bill de Blasio, and NYPD
A woman is dead because of the actions of two drivers, and the agencies responsible for driver safety are doing next to nothing in response.
August 17, 2018
Uber Driver Who Careened Into Store, Injuring Three, Lacked a Valid License
The Uber driver who yesterday jumped the curb on Sixth Avenue, crashed into a storefront, and injured two pedestrians and a passenger was driving without a valid license, according to NYPD.
July 31, 2018
Witness to Xellea Samonte Crash Contradicts NYPD Victim-Blaming But Cops Ignored Him
Police would rather blame the victim of a crash than the driver who killed her.
July 31, 2018
Astoria Cyclist Xellea Samonte Killed by Motorist, Slandered by NYPD
NYPD has now blamed deceased cyclists for running red lights at least seven times in the last 16 months. Police have produced no corroborative evidence.
July 27, 2018