New York, NY (January 21, 2026) – A woman sustained injuries late on Tuesday morning after being struck by a bicycle near the intersection of Fifth Ave and East 23rd St in Manhattan.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at approximately 10:58 a.m. following reports of a pedestrian down and bleeding. According to initial details from dispatch audio, the female victim suffered injuries to her forehead and the area around her eye after a collision involving a cyclist.
While there was confusion at the scene and few identifying details were available, medics arrived promptly to administer aid. The extent of her injuries was not fully confirmed, but bleeding was observed, and she was treated on-site before likely being transported for further evaluation.
The intersection remained active as first responders worked to assess the situation and determine what led to the collision. No details about the cyclist’s condition or whether any citations were issued have been released at this time.
Our thoughts go out to the injured pedestrian, and we hope she experiences a swift and complete recovery.
