Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in AD 73?
Eight Dead, Thirty-Nine Broken: How Many More Before City Hall Acts?
AD 73: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Bone
Eight dead. Thirty-nine seriously injured. That is the cost of traffic violence in Assembly District 73 since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about the weather, the hour, or the hope that tomorrow will be better. They only climb.
Just last month, an SUV reversed and struck an elderly pedestrian on Lexington. In February, a cyclist was killed at Fifth Avenue and 51st. In October, an 81-year-old woman was crushed by an SUV on East 59th. The sidewalk does not forgive. The crosswalk does not protect. The street remembers every name, even when the city forgets.
The Voices in the Wreckage
After a Midtown police chase left cars wrecked and nerves raw, a witness described the chaos: “It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it.” Another asked, “Why didn’t he stop? A normal person would hear something and stop right away.”
On Fifth Avenue, the city plans to double sidewalk space and shorten crosswalks. Mayor Adams claimed, “We’re making Fifth Avenue more walkable, greener and safer.” But the buses still crawl and the bike lanes are missing. Riders Alliance called out the city for “throwing riders under the bus to favor luxury boutiques.”
Leadership: Steps Forward, Steps Back
Assembly Member Alex Bores has moved on several fronts. He co-sponsored a bill to require speed limiters for repeat speeders. He voted to extend school speed zones, protecting children near schools. He backed moped registration and data collection, shifting accountability to retailers and not delivery workers. But he also voted to weaken bus lane rules, a move that puts pedestrians and cyclists at greater risk.
The crisis is not abstract. It is the sound of sirens, the stain on the street, the empty seat at the table.
What Comes Next
Call your council member. Call Assembly Member Bores. Demand a citywide 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes and busways, not just wider sidewalks.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What is the New York State Assembly and how does it work?
▸ Where does AD 73 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in AD 73?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in AD 73?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to prevent traffic violence?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-22
- Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-22
- Fifth Avenue Set For Pedestrian Overhaul, CBS New York, Published 2025-05-21
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Shrinks Car Lanes, New York Post, Published 2025-05-21
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4545939 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-31
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- Pols Demand Adams Open Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-09
- Moped and E-Bike Safety Legislation Becomes State Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-07-12
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Sparks Backlash, NY1, Published 2025-05-22
- The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-23
- Congestion Pricing Tolls Face Legal Showdown, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-23
- New Yorkers rally in Midtown to combat “lawless” e-bike riding in NYC, amny.com, Published 2025-03-12
- Immigrant, hospitality advocacy groups push back on NYC e-bike licensing bill, amny.com, Published 2024-12-12
- File A 9415, Open States, Published 2024-03-14
Fix the Problem
District 73
353 Lexington Ave, Suite 704, New York, NY 10016
Room 431, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Other Representatives
District 4
211 East 43rd Street, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10017
212-818-0580
250 Broadway, Suite 1725, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7393
District 28
211 E. 43rd St. Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017
Room 416, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
AD 73 Assembly District 73 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 19, District 4, SD 28.
It contains Midtown-Times Square, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Manhattan CB6, Manhattan CB8.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 73
Taxi Turns Into E-Scooter, Rider Suffers Head Wounds▸A taxi turned on East 44th and 3rd. An e-scooter struck its side. The rider, 26, crashed headfirst, blood pooling on the street. Deep cuts marked his head. He stayed conscious. The city’s rush did not pause.
According to the police report, a taxi turned at the corner of East 44th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. An e-scooter, traveling west, collided with the taxi’s right side. The 26-year-old e-scooter rider was thrown headfirst, suffering severe lacerations to his head. The report states the rider remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors in the collision, with the e-scooter’s impact focused on the taxi’s right rear quarter panel. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the ongoing danger vulnerable road users face from improper vehicle maneuvers.
Motorcycle Slams Taxi, Rider Ejected and Bleeding▸A motorcycle crashed into a taxi’s side on East 57th. The rider flew, arm torn, helmeted head striking pavement. Blood pooled on the street. The bike’s front end crumpled. The city’s traffic violence left another body broken.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the side of a taxi as the cab was 'entering parked position' near 226 East 57th Street in Manhattan. The narrative states, 'A motorcycle slammed into a taxi’s side as it pulled to park. The rider flew, arm torn open, helmeted head hitting pavement. The bike’s front end crumpled. Blood pooled where he landed.' The 32-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and arm injuries. The police report lists the rider as wearing a helmet. Both vehicles were traveling east; the motorcycle was 'passing' while the taxi was maneuvering to park. The report does not specify any explicit driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The impact location—center front of the motorcycle and right side doors of the taxi—underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers across traffic lanes. No actions by the injured rider are cited as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Driver Slams Cyclist on 1st Avenue▸A KIA SUV struck a 27-year-old cyclist at 1st Avenue and East 55th. The rider flew headfirst, blood pooling on the pavement. He was conscious, bleeding. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. The cyclist wore no helmet.
A 27-year-old man riding a bike was struck by a KIA SUV at the corner of 1st Avenue and East 55th Street in Manhattan, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist was ejected, landed headfirst, and suffered severe bleeding. Police describe the victim as conscious at the scene, with blood pooling on the pavement. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted and failed to maintain proper lane usage. 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' are listed as contributing factors. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the danger posed by inattentive driving and improper lane use on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
2Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
E-Scooter Rider Hits Woman, Flees Scene▸A woman crossed East 90th at 3rd. An e-scooter slammed her in the crosswalk. The front end crushed her shoulder. She stayed down, conscious. The rider vanished. The street roared on. She lay hurt, alone.
A 32-year-old woman was struck by a northbound e-scooter while crossing at the corner of East 90th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman in the crosswalk, her shoulder crushed beneath the front of a northbound e-scooter. She stayed down, conscious. The rider fled.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. The e-scooter rider left the scene without stopping. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No specific driver errors were documented in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the rider unaccounted for.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement and Registration for Mopeds▸Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
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Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A taxi turned on East 44th and 3rd. An e-scooter struck its side. The rider, 26, crashed headfirst, blood pooling on the street. Deep cuts marked his head. He stayed conscious. The city’s rush did not pause.
According to the police report, a taxi turned at the corner of East 44th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. An e-scooter, traveling west, collided with the taxi’s right side. The 26-year-old e-scooter rider was thrown headfirst, suffering severe lacerations to his head. The report states the rider remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors in the collision, with the e-scooter’s impact focused on the taxi’s right rear quarter panel. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The crash underscores the ongoing danger vulnerable road users face from improper vehicle maneuvers.
Motorcycle Slams Taxi, Rider Ejected and Bleeding▸A motorcycle crashed into a taxi’s side on East 57th. The rider flew, arm torn, helmeted head striking pavement. Blood pooled on the street. The bike’s front end crumpled. The city’s traffic violence left another body broken.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the side of a taxi as the cab was 'entering parked position' near 226 East 57th Street in Manhattan. The narrative states, 'A motorcycle slammed into a taxi’s side as it pulled to park. The rider flew, arm torn open, helmeted head hitting pavement. The bike’s front end crumpled. Blood pooled where he landed.' The 32-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and arm injuries. The police report lists the rider as wearing a helmet. Both vehicles were traveling east; the motorcycle was 'passing' while the taxi was maneuvering to park. The report does not specify any explicit driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The impact location—center front of the motorcycle and right side doors of the taxi—underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers across traffic lanes. No actions by the injured rider are cited as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Driver Slams Cyclist on 1st Avenue▸A KIA SUV struck a 27-year-old cyclist at 1st Avenue and East 55th. The rider flew headfirst, blood pooling on the pavement. He was conscious, bleeding. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. The cyclist wore no helmet.
A 27-year-old man riding a bike was struck by a KIA SUV at the corner of 1st Avenue and East 55th Street in Manhattan, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist was ejected, landed headfirst, and suffered severe bleeding. Police describe the victim as conscious at the scene, with blood pooling on the pavement. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted and failed to maintain proper lane usage. 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' are listed as contributing factors. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the danger posed by inattentive driving and improper lane use on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
2Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
E-Scooter Rider Hits Woman, Flees Scene▸A woman crossed East 90th at 3rd. An e-scooter slammed her in the crosswalk. The front end crushed her shoulder. She stayed down, conscious. The rider vanished. The street roared on. She lay hurt, alone.
A 32-year-old woman was struck by a northbound e-scooter while crossing at the corner of East 90th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman in the crosswalk, her shoulder crushed beneath the front of a northbound e-scooter. She stayed down, conscious. The rider fled.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. The e-scooter rider left the scene without stopping. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No specific driver errors were documented in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the rider unaccounted for.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement and Registration for Mopeds▸Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
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Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A motorcycle crashed into a taxi’s side on East 57th. The rider flew, arm torn, helmeted head striking pavement. Blood pooled on the street. The bike’s front end crumpled. The city’s traffic violence left another body broken.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the side of a taxi as the cab was 'entering parked position' near 226 East 57th Street in Manhattan. The narrative states, 'A motorcycle slammed into a taxi’s side as it pulled to park. The rider flew, arm torn open, helmeted head hitting pavement. The bike’s front end crumpled. Blood pooled where he landed.' The 32-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and arm injuries. The police report lists the rider as wearing a helmet. Both vehicles were traveling east; the motorcycle was 'passing' while the taxi was maneuvering to park. The report does not specify any explicit driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The impact location—center front of the motorcycle and right side doors of the taxi—underscores the danger of vehicle maneuvers across traffic lanes. No actions by the injured rider are cited as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Driver Slams Cyclist on 1st Avenue▸A KIA SUV struck a 27-year-old cyclist at 1st Avenue and East 55th. The rider flew headfirst, blood pooling on the pavement. He was conscious, bleeding. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. The cyclist wore no helmet.
A 27-year-old man riding a bike was struck by a KIA SUV at the corner of 1st Avenue and East 55th Street in Manhattan, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist was ejected, landed headfirst, and suffered severe bleeding. Police describe the victim as conscious at the scene, with blood pooling on the pavement. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted and failed to maintain proper lane usage. 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' are listed as contributing factors. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the danger posed by inattentive driving and improper lane use on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
2Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
E-Scooter Rider Hits Woman, Flees Scene▸A woman crossed East 90th at 3rd. An e-scooter slammed her in the crosswalk. The front end crushed her shoulder. She stayed down, conscious. The rider vanished. The street roared on. She lay hurt, alone.
A 32-year-old woman was struck by a northbound e-scooter while crossing at the corner of East 90th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman in the crosswalk, her shoulder crushed beneath the front of a northbound e-scooter. She stayed down, conscious. The rider fled.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. The e-scooter rider left the scene without stopping. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No specific driver errors were documented in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the rider unaccounted for.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement and Registration for Mopeds▸Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
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Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A KIA SUV struck a 27-year-old cyclist at 1st Avenue and East 55th. The rider flew headfirst, blood pooling on the pavement. He was conscious, bleeding. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. The cyclist wore no helmet.
A 27-year-old man riding a bike was struck by a KIA SUV at the corner of 1st Avenue and East 55th Street in Manhattan, according to the police report. The report states the cyclist was ejected, landed headfirst, and suffered severe bleeding. Police describe the victim as conscious at the scene, with blood pooling on the pavement. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted and failed to maintain proper lane usage. 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' are listed as contributing factors. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the danger posed by inattentive driving and improper lane use on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
2Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
E-Scooter Rider Hits Woman, Flees Scene▸A woman crossed East 90th at 3rd. An e-scooter slammed her in the crosswalk. The front end crushed her shoulder. She stayed down, conscious. The rider vanished. The street roared on. She lay hurt, alone.
A 32-year-old woman was struck by a northbound e-scooter while crossing at the corner of East 90th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman in the crosswalk, her shoulder crushed beneath the front of a northbound e-scooter. She stayed down, conscious. The rider fled.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. The e-scooter rider left the scene without stopping. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No specific driver errors were documented in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the rider unaccounted for.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement and Registration for Mopeds▸Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
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Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
An 80-year-old man crossing Park Avenue with the light was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The rider did not yield. The man lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bike showed no damage.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was crossing Park Avenue at the intersection, moving with the signal, when he was struck head-on by a northbound Citi Bike e-bike at 10:50 a.m. The report states the pedestrian was left semiconscious and bleeding from the head, with severe injuries. The Citi Bike rider failed to yield the right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, as cited in both the narrative and the contributing factors. The report notes the bike bore no damage after the collision. The pedestrian’s action—crossing with the signal—is listed in the report, but only after the rider’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls. The crash underscores the danger posed when drivers or riders ignore basic right-of-way rules on New York City streets.
2Taxi Front Left Crumples, Passenger Bleeds in Back▸A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
E-Scooter Rider Hits Woman, Flees Scene▸A woman crossed East 90th at 3rd. An e-scooter slammed her in the crosswalk. The front end crushed her shoulder. She stayed down, conscious. The rider vanished. The street roared on. She lay hurt, alone.
A 32-year-old woman was struck by a northbound e-scooter while crossing at the corner of East 90th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman in the crosswalk, her shoulder crushed beneath the front of a northbound e-scooter. She stayed down, conscious. The rider fled.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. The e-scooter rider left the scene without stopping. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No specific driver errors were documented in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the rider unaccounted for.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement and Registration for Mopeds▸Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
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Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A taxi’s left front bumper crushed near Park Avenue. A 52-year-old woman in the rear seat bled from a head wound. The lap belt restrained her, but shattered glass caused injury. She remained conscious amid the blood-slicked seat.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on East 47th Street near Park Avenue sustained damage to its left front bumper. The collision caused the front left quarter panel to crumple. A 52-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered head injuries, bleeding heavily inside the vehicle. The report states, 'The lap belt held her. The glass did not. She stayed conscious. The seat was slick with her blood.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited; contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The incident highlights the systemic danger of rear seat injuries even when occupants are restrained. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
E-Scooter Rider Hits Woman, Flees Scene▸A woman crossed East 90th at 3rd. An e-scooter slammed her in the crosswalk. The front end crushed her shoulder. She stayed down, conscious. The rider vanished. The street roared on. She lay hurt, alone.
A 32-year-old woman was struck by a northbound e-scooter while crossing at the corner of East 90th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman in the crosswalk, her shoulder crushed beneath the front of a northbound e-scooter. She stayed down, conscious. The rider fled.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. The e-scooter rider left the scene without stopping. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No specific driver errors were documented in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the rider unaccounted for.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement and Registration for Mopeds▸Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
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Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A woman crossed East 90th at 3rd. An e-scooter slammed her in the crosswalk. The front end crushed her shoulder. She stayed down, conscious. The rider vanished. The street roared on. She lay hurt, alone.
A 32-year-old woman was struck by a northbound e-scooter while crossing at the corner of East 90th Street and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman in the crosswalk, her shoulder crushed beneath the front of a northbound e-scooter. She stayed down, conscious. The rider fled.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. The e-scooter rider left the scene without stopping. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No specific driver errors were documented in the data. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the rider unaccounted for.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement and Registration for Mopeds▸Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
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Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
Upper West Side’s board voted 8-1 to demand crackdowns on unregistered mopeds. The resolution urges city and state to punish illegal dealers, enforce laws, and back Albany’s registration bill. Lawmakers say loopholes fuel chaos. Immigrants often misled. Streets stay dangerous.
On December 14, 2023, Community Board 7’s transportation committee passed a resolution, 8-1, demanding action against unregistered mopeds. The board called on the Department of Motor Vehicles to impose civil penalties on unregistered dealers and urged city and state officials to enforce laws against selling non-street-legal mopeds. The resolution also asks the city to consider a buy-back program for gas-powered mopeds. The matter, titled 'Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds,' supports Albany legislation requiring sellers to register mopeds with the DMV before sale. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assembly Member Alex Bores sponsor the bill. Bores said, 'We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets.' The board’s move aims to close loopholes, protect vulnerable road users, and address the chaos caused by unregistered mopeds.
- Upper West Side Panel Backs Resolution to Rein in Dangerous Mopeds, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-12-14
Cyclist Smashed Into Parked Sedan Door Manhattan▸A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A man on a bike hit the doors of a parked sedan. He flew, landed face-first. Blood pooled on East 48th Street. No helmet. Severe cuts marked his face. He stayed conscious. The pain did not leave him. The street stayed quiet.
A 38-year-old man riding a bike struck the right-side doors of a parked sedan on East 48th Street near Third Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A man on a bike struck the doors of a parked sedan. He flew. Landed face-first. Blood pooled on the quiet street. No helmet. Severe cuts. He was conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his face and was ejected from his bike. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the police narrative. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A Honda sedan turned left on East 60th Street. Its bumper hit a 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The driver followed too close and failed to yield.
A 39-year-old woman was struck by a Honda sedan while crossing East 60th Street with the signal. According to the police report, the sedan turned left and its right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing her to fall and suffer a bleeding head injury. The woman remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed. The impact left blood on the asphalt. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Bores Supports Moped Registration at Point of Sale▸Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
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State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
Albany lawmakers move to force moped registration before sale. The bill aims to block illegal, unregistered mopeds from city streets. Dealers, not riders, would handle paperwork. Advocates say this targets bad actors and protects pedestrians from rogue machines.
On October 23, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Manhattan) introduced a bill in Albany to require moped dealers to register vehicles with the DMV before buyers leave the shop. The bill, supported by Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Upper East Side), seeks to close a loophole that lets illegal mopeds flood city streets. The matter summary states: 'New legislation in Albany seeks to eliminate the use of illegal mopeds by requiring sellers to register them with the DMV before buyers can take them out of the shop.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This common-sense bill would simply ensure that the registration happens at the point of sale, before someone rides out of the shop.' Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project backs the move, stressing manufacturer responsibility. Attorney Daniel Flanzig says the law could clear streets of unregistered, dangerous vehicles. The bill is not yet law, but enforcement actions against illegal mopeds are already underway.
- State Lawmaker Seeks to Close Moped-Registration Loophole, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-10-23
Taxi Door Strikes Cyclist on Park Avenue▸A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A taxi door swung open on Park Avenue. A young cyclist slammed into steel. His arm crushed. Blood pooled on the midnight street. He lay conscious, hurt, under the city’s harsh lights. Driver inattention left him broken in Manhattan.
A cyclist, age 23, was injured when a taxi door opened into his path on Park Avenue near East 34th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A taxi door flung open. A young cyclist hit steel. His arm crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary cause cited is driver inattention. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers or passengers fail to check for oncoming traffic before opening doors.
2Distracted Motorcyclist Slams Head-On, Two Injured▸A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A Triumph motorcycle crashed hard on 1st Avenue. Two men, ages 23 and 32, thrown partway off. No helmets. Head wounds. Blood on the street. Both conscious, both bleeding. Driver was distracted. The city’s danger showed itself again.
Two men riding a Triumph motorcycle on 1st Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan were injured in a violent crash. According to the police report, the motorcycle 'slammed head-on.' Both the 32-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger were partially ejected, suffered head injuries, and were found conscious but bleeding heavily. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Neither rider wore a helmet, as noted after the driver error. The crash left blood pooled on the asphalt. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
-
NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A Ford pickup turned left at East 58th and 2nd. The driver looked away. The truck hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. She was conscious, her head bleeding. Driver inattention and inexperience marked the scene.
A Ford pickup truck, driven by a man, turned left at the corner of East 58th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The truck struck a 67-year-old woman who was crossing the street with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford pickup turned left. A 67-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck head-on. Blood pooled on the crosswalk. Her head was bleeding. She was conscious. The driver had looked away.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The woman suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention, especially during turns at busy intersections.
Taxi Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A taxi turned left at East 43rd and 5th. The front end hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood pooled in the crosswalk. He stayed conscious, head split open. The city kept moving. Driver inattention marked the moment.
A 71-year-old man was crossing at the corner of East 43rd Street and 5th Avenue when a taxi, making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. According to the police report, 'A taxi turned left. A 71-year-old man crossed without a signal. The front end struck his head. He stayed conscious. Blood pooled in the crosswalk.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were cited in the data. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by those on foot in Manhattan’s busy intersections.
Bores Supports Stricter Enforcement to Cut Illegal Mopeds▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
"We need to cut off the flow of these vehicles before they get onto these streets." -- Alex Bores
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
- The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-23
Car Strikes Elderly Man at 59th and Fifth▸A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A car hit a 66-year-old man crossing East 59th Street at Fifth Avenue. He walked with the light. He fell hard. Blood ran from his face. He stayed conscious. Sirens broke the silence. The street held the aftermath.
A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car at the corner of East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man was 'crossing with the light' when the crash occurred. He suffered severe bleeding to the face but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, 'A car struck him. He hit the pavement. Blood ran from his face.' No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the police data. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified. The incident left the man injured at the intersection, with emergency responders arriving soon after.
Sedan Slams E-Bike on 2nd Avenue Corner▸A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.
A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.
Sedan Rear-Ends Cyclist on Lexington Avenue▸A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Lexington Avenue. The man flew from his bike. His leg was crushed. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car kept going straight. The street did not bend. The crash left the cyclist broken.
A sedan struck a 27-year-old cyclist from behind at Lexington Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist from his bike, crushing his leg. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a cyclist from behind. The man, 27, was thrown. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on the hot pavement.' The crash data lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. The sedan continued straight after the collision. No helmet or signaling issues were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists sharing city streets with cars.
Bores Supports Safety-Boosting Sammy's Law Speed Limit Control▸NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
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NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends,
nypost.com,
Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.
On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.
- NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends, nypost.com, Published 2023-05-30
Box Truck Slams Parked SUV on East 66th▸A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.
A box truck smashed into a parked SUV on East 66th Street. Metal tore. A 28-year-old man in the front seat took the blow. His hip broke. He stayed conscious. The truck rolled on. Pain followed.
A box truck struck a parked SUV on East 66th Street. The crash left a 28-year-old man, seated unbelted in the front passenger seat, with a shattered hip and crush injuries. According to the police report, 'A box truck slammed into a parked SUV. Metal screamed. A 28-year-old man sat unbelted in the front. His hip shattered. He stayed awake. The truck kept rolling. So did the pain.' The data lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The injured man was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the absence of driver errors.