Motorcyclist Critically Injured in Bronx Collision
A 42-year-old motorcyclist suffered severe trauma after hitting multiple vehicles in the Bronx on Monday night.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Motocycles
A 42-year-old rider on a 2014 Kawasaki Ninja lost control and struck several vehicles at Crotona Avenue and East 189th Street. The motorcyclist was rushed to St. Barnabas Hospital in critical condition following the multi-vehicle crash.
Why it matters
The incident has sparked a local investigation into impaired driving and vehicle safety within the busy Bronx corridor. Authorities are now processing charges against a driver apprehended at the scene.
The crash involved a 2014 Kawasaki Ninja, a 2015 Ford Taurus, a 2007 Cadillac DTS, and a parked 2014 Toyota Corolla. The motorcyclist was 42, while the Taurus driver and passenger were 30.
The players
Carless Currie
A 46-year-old man who was arrested at the scene and faces charges for driving while intoxicated and aggravated unlicensed operation.
St. Barnabas Hospital
A major medical facility located in the Bronx where the injured motorcyclist is currently receiving critical care.
The details
The motorcyclist lost control while traveling southbound, hitting the rear of a Ford Taurus before being thrown into the northbound lane. He then collided head-on with a Cadillac DTS before also striking a parked Toyota Corolla.
Timeline
September 30, 2026, 8:40 p.m.: The multi-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Crotona Avenue and East 189th Street.
October 1, 2026, morning: The injured motorcyclist remained in critical condition at St. Barnabas Hospital.
Roadmap
This incident follows the precedent set by New York State's VTL 1194 implied consent law regarding chemical test refusals. The crash underscores the ongoing local regulatory challenges in managing impaired driving cases within densely populated urban environments.
Local residents near the intersection of Crotona Avenue and East 189th Street may experience continued traffic delays as police finalize the investigation. Motorists in the area are reminded that refusal of a breathalyzer test carries severe legal penalties under state law.
The takeaway
Drivers are reminded that the refusal of a chemical breath test at the scene of an accident significantly complicates legal proceedings. Staying alert to surroundings at high-traffic intersections remains the most vital safety measure for all motorcyclists.
Further reading
For more information on riding safely in the borough, visit the Motocycles section.
