About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 9
▸ Crush Injuries 9
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 8
▸ Severe Lacerations 16
▸ Concussion 20
▸ Whiplash 109
▸ Contusion/Bruise 161
▸ Abrasion 114
▸ Pain/Nausea 25
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in AD 86
- 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 253 times • 5 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Infiniti Apur (5426399) – 181 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2020 Gray Ford Suburban (GJE2364) – 144 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Ford Suburban (LPU9809) – 144 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2018 Nissan Spor (V39VBY) – 134 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Left Turn on Webster. A Woman Down. The Pattern Holds.
AD 86: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 11, 2025
Just before 6 PM on Jul 19, 2025, at Webster Avenue and E 180 Street, a driver in a BMW SUV making a left turn hit a 51-year-old woman who was walking in the intersection. Police recorded “turning improperly” and “driver inexperience.” The driver was unlicensed. She survived, injured. NYC Open Data.
This Week
- Jul 19: A left-turning SUV driver hit a woman walking at Webster and E 180; police listed turning error and inexperience, and noted the driver was unlicensed. NYC Open Data.
- Jul 18: On Walton Avenue at E 175 Street, a driver in a sedan hit a 41-year-old man on a bike; he suffered severe facial cuts. NYC Open Data.
The toll in one district
Since 2022, Assembly District 86 has logged 4,908 crashes, with 3,158 injuries, 37 serious injuries, and 8 deaths. NYC Open Data.
In the past year alone, there were 1,133 crashes, 826 injuries, and 1 death here. Year to date: 860 crashes, 652 injuries, 6 serious injuries, 1 death. NYC Open Data.
Hot spots repeat. Grand Concourse leads by injuries. The Major Deegan, West Fordham Road, University Avenue, and Jerome Avenue follow. NYC Open Data.
Deaths cluster in the dark and evening: early morning hours around 1–4 AM, and again near 7–9 PM. Injuries surge around the commute. NYC Open Data.
What police write down
At Webster and E 180, officers cited the driver for turning improperly and noted inexperience. NYC Open Data. In other cases here, police have logged failure to yield, aggressive driving, and drivers blowing past traffic controls. NYC Open Data.
Speed shows up too. On Park Avenue in 2023, a 67-year-old man walking outside the crosswalk was crushed; police listed distraction by the driver and unsafe speed. CrashID 4635430.
A woman in Morris Heights
On Aug 6, 2025, a dark SUV turned into a driveway on W. 174th Street near Macombs Road. A neighbor watched the right side of the vehicle roll over a 44-year-old woman. “I looked over, and he just rolled over that woman and killed her,” the neighbor said. NY Daily News. Police said the driver left. ABC7.
Streets we know too well
- Grand Concourse keeps hurting people walking. The count is highest there. NYC Open Data.
- The Major Deegan saw a driver die after being struck near Fordham Road this spring; the other driver ran. Gothamist.
These are not outliers. They are the daily run.
The levers already on the table
Albany extended the 24/7 school‑zone speed camera program this June; local Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia voted yes on the measure labeled S 8344. Open States.
Tapia also co‑sponsors a bill to force repeat offenders to slow down with intelligent speed assistance, filed as A 2299. An earlier version, A 7979, set similar triggers. Open States.
City leaders now have the power to set lower speed limits. The fight to pass Sammy’s Law was public and bitter; “Hochul is ‘sympathetic,’ but won’t pressure Heastie,” one report noted in 2023, as families showed photos of the dead. Streetsblog NYC.
What would make these corners safer
- Harden left turns and give pedestrians a head start at Grand Concourse and E 183 Street; police records here include failure to yield and turning conflicts. NYC Open Data.
- Daylight driveways and crossings on W. 174th Street near Macombs Road; a woman died at the curb. NY Daily News.
- Target late‑night and evening enforcement on corridors with repeated harm. Deaths concentrate at those hours here. NYC Open Data.
Eight dead since 2022. Thousands hurt. The left turn at Webster is not an accident. It is the pattern. The tools exist. Use them. For action steps and contacts, go here.
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-11
- SUV driver turning into driveway of Bronx apartment building fatally strikes woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-07
- Woman fatally struck in hit-and-run crash in Morris Heights, Bronx, ABC7 New York, Published 2025-08-07
- Police looking for suspect in fatal hit-and-run on Major Deegan Expressway, NYPD says, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-24
- S8344: Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer, New York State Senate / Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- A2299 (2025): Intelligent speed assistance devices; repeat offenders, New York State Assembly / Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- A7979 (2023): Intelligent speed assistance devices; repeat offenders, New York State Assembly / Open States, Published 2023-08-18
- Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-07
Fix the Problem
Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia
District 86
Other Representatives
Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez
District 14
State Senator Robert Jackson
District 31
▸ Other Geographies
AD 86 Assembly District 86 sits in Bronx, Precinct 46, District 14, SD 31.
It contains University Heights (South)-Morris Heights, Mount Hope, Fordham Heights, Tremont, University Heights (North)-Fordham, Bronx CB5.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 86
19
Jerome Avenue crash kills driver, speed cited▸Oct 19 - Before dawn at Jerome Ave and Cameron Pl, the driver of a BMW sedan going north crashed. The 46-year-old man died. Police recorded unsafe speed. Another man, 46, was listed with unspecified injuries.
At 4:27 a.m. on Jerome Avenue at Cameron Place in the Bronx, the driver of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling north crashed. The 46-year-old male driver died. Another 46-year-old male occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. A third person appears in the file with unspecified status. According to the police report, "Unsafe Speed" was recorded as a contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The vehicle was going straight ahead before the crash, and damage was to the center front end. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vehicles were listed in the report.
16
E-Bike Riders Collide at E 183 and Ryer▸Oct 16 - Two e-bike riders crashed at East 183 Street and Ryer Avenue in the Bronx. Both were hurt. One suffered severe facial cuts. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
Two men riding e-bikes collided at East 183 Street and Ryer Avenue in the Bronx. One rider traveled south; the other headed west. Both were going straight when they made contact. Each was hurt; both had facial injuries. The 34-year-old suffered severe lacerations. According to the police report, contributing factors for both riders were recorded as “Unspecified.” It also lists their points of impact as the center front of one e-bike and the right front quarter of the other. No other road users were documented. With driver errors left unspecified, the report offers no clarity on yielding or signals, only the harm to the riders and the geometry of the crash.
8
Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 8 - A woman lay dead in Morris Heights. A driver fled. The street stayed silent. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on August 8, 2025, that a woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Morris Heights, Bronx. The article states, "A Bronx woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Morris Heights." The driver left the scene, a clear violation of law. The incident highlights ongoing dangers for pedestrians and the persistent problem of drivers fleeing after deadly crashes. Policy gaps remain as enforcement and street design fail to protect vulnerable road users.
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Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-08
19
SUV Turns Wrong, Hits Pedestrian at E 180 St▸Jul 19 - SUV swung left on E 180 St. Driver unlicensed. Pedestrian struck, body torn. Passengers shaken. Police cite improper turn, inexperience. System failed to shield the walker.
A BMW SUV, driven by an unlicensed 16-year-old, made an improper left turn at E 180 St and Webster Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck a 51-year-old woman crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her entire body. Two passengers and the driver were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. Police cited 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver had no license. The system left the pedestrian exposed to danger.
18
Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Walton Ave▸Jul 18 - The driver of a sedan hit a 41-year-old bicyclist on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street. The rider suffered severe facial lacerations. Police recorded both vehicles going straight and listed contributing factors as unspecified.
The driver of a sedan and a bicyclist collided on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, suffered severe facial lacerations. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report lists the contributing factors as "Unspecified." The bicycle shows center back end damage and the sedan shows right front bumper impact. Police data do not record any specific driver errors in this crash.
11
Moped Driver Ejected at Unsafe Speed on Tremont▸Jul 11 - A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.
A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.
17S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Oct 19 - Before dawn at Jerome Ave and Cameron Pl, the driver of a BMW sedan going north crashed. The 46-year-old man died. Police recorded unsafe speed. Another man, 46, was listed with unspecified injuries.
At 4:27 a.m. on Jerome Avenue at Cameron Place in the Bronx, the driver of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling north crashed. The 46-year-old male driver died. Another 46-year-old male occupant was listed with an unspecified injury. A third person appears in the file with unspecified status. According to the police report, "Unsafe Speed" was recorded as a contributing factor. Police recorded unsafe speed by the driver. The vehicle was going straight ahead before the crash, and damage was to the center front end. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vehicles were listed in the report.
16
E-Bike Riders Collide at E 183 and Ryer▸Oct 16 - Two e-bike riders crashed at East 183 Street and Ryer Avenue in the Bronx. Both were hurt. One suffered severe facial cuts. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
Two men riding e-bikes collided at East 183 Street and Ryer Avenue in the Bronx. One rider traveled south; the other headed west. Both were going straight when they made contact. Each was hurt; both had facial injuries. The 34-year-old suffered severe lacerations. According to the police report, contributing factors for both riders were recorded as “Unspecified.” It also lists their points of impact as the center front of one e-bike and the right front quarter of the other. No other road users were documented. With driver errors left unspecified, the report offers no clarity on yielding or signals, only the harm to the riders and the geometry of the crash.
8
Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 8 - A woman lay dead in Morris Heights. A driver fled. The street stayed silent. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on August 8, 2025, that a woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Morris Heights, Bronx. The article states, "A Bronx woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Morris Heights." The driver left the scene, a clear violation of law. The incident highlights ongoing dangers for pedestrians and the persistent problem of drivers fleeing after deadly crashes. Policy gaps remain as enforcement and street design fail to protect vulnerable road users.
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Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-08
19
SUV Turns Wrong, Hits Pedestrian at E 180 St▸Jul 19 - SUV swung left on E 180 St. Driver unlicensed. Pedestrian struck, body torn. Passengers shaken. Police cite improper turn, inexperience. System failed to shield the walker.
A BMW SUV, driven by an unlicensed 16-year-old, made an improper left turn at E 180 St and Webster Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck a 51-year-old woman crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her entire body. Two passengers and the driver were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. Police cited 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver had no license. The system left the pedestrian exposed to danger.
18
Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Walton Ave▸Jul 18 - The driver of a sedan hit a 41-year-old bicyclist on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street. The rider suffered severe facial lacerations. Police recorded both vehicles going straight and listed contributing factors as unspecified.
The driver of a sedan and a bicyclist collided on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, suffered severe facial lacerations. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report lists the contributing factors as "Unspecified." The bicycle shows center back end damage and the sedan shows right front bumper impact. Police data do not record any specific driver errors in this crash.
11
Moped Driver Ejected at Unsafe Speed on Tremont▸Jul 11 - A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.
A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.
17S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Oct 16 - Two e-bike riders crashed at East 183 Street and Ryer Avenue in the Bronx. Both were hurt. One suffered severe facial cuts. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
Two men riding e-bikes collided at East 183 Street and Ryer Avenue in the Bronx. One rider traveled south; the other headed west. Both were going straight when they made contact. Each was hurt; both had facial injuries. The 34-year-old suffered severe lacerations. According to the police report, contributing factors for both riders were recorded as “Unspecified.” It also lists their points of impact as the center front of one e-bike and the right front quarter of the other. No other road users were documented. With driver errors left unspecified, the report offers no clarity on yielding or signals, only the harm to the riders and the geometry of the crash.
8
Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run▸Aug 8 - A woman lay dead in Morris Heights. A driver fled. The street stayed silent. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on August 8, 2025, that a woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Morris Heights, Bronx. The article states, "A Bronx woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Morris Heights." The driver left the scene, a clear violation of law. The incident highlights ongoing dangers for pedestrians and the persistent problem of drivers fleeing after deadly crashes. Policy gaps remain as enforcement and street design fail to protect vulnerable road users.
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Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-08
19
SUV Turns Wrong, Hits Pedestrian at E 180 St▸Jul 19 - SUV swung left on E 180 St. Driver unlicensed. Pedestrian struck, body torn. Passengers shaken. Police cite improper turn, inexperience. System failed to shield the walker.
A BMW SUV, driven by an unlicensed 16-year-old, made an improper left turn at E 180 St and Webster Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck a 51-year-old woman crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her entire body. Two passengers and the driver were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. Police cited 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver had no license. The system left the pedestrian exposed to danger.
18
Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Walton Ave▸Jul 18 - The driver of a sedan hit a 41-year-old bicyclist on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street. The rider suffered severe facial lacerations. Police recorded both vehicles going straight and listed contributing factors as unspecified.
The driver of a sedan and a bicyclist collided on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, suffered severe facial lacerations. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report lists the contributing factors as "Unspecified." The bicycle shows center back end damage and the sedan shows right front bumper impact. Police data do not record any specific driver errors in this crash.
11
Moped Driver Ejected at Unsafe Speed on Tremont▸Jul 11 - A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.
A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.
17S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
-
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Aug 8 - A woman lay dead in Morris Heights. A driver fled. The street stayed silent. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on August 8, 2025, that a woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Morris Heights, Bronx. The article states, "A Bronx woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Morris Heights." The driver left the scene, a clear violation of law. The incident highlights ongoing dangers for pedestrians and the persistent problem of drivers fleeing after deadly crashes. Policy gaps remain as enforcement and street design fail to protect vulnerable road users.
- Bronx Woman Dies In Hit-And-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-08
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SUV Turns Wrong, Hits Pedestrian at E 180 St▸Jul 19 - SUV swung left on E 180 St. Driver unlicensed. Pedestrian struck, body torn. Passengers shaken. Police cite improper turn, inexperience. System failed to shield the walker.
A BMW SUV, driven by an unlicensed 16-year-old, made an improper left turn at E 180 St and Webster Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck a 51-year-old woman crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her entire body. Two passengers and the driver were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. Police cited 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver had no license. The system left the pedestrian exposed to danger.
18
Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Walton Ave▸Jul 18 - The driver of a sedan hit a 41-year-old bicyclist on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street. The rider suffered severe facial lacerations. Police recorded both vehicles going straight and listed contributing factors as unspecified.
The driver of a sedan and a bicyclist collided on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, suffered severe facial lacerations. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report lists the contributing factors as "Unspecified." The bicycle shows center back end damage and the sedan shows right front bumper impact. Police data do not record any specific driver errors in this crash.
11
Moped Driver Ejected at Unsafe Speed on Tremont▸Jul 11 - A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.
A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.
17S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
-
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Jul 19 - SUV swung left on E 180 St. Driver unlicensed. Pedestrian struck, body torn. Passengers shaken. Police cite improper turn, inexperience. System failed to shield the walker.
A BMW SUV, driven by an unlicensed 16-year-old, made an improper left turn at E 180 St and Webster Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck a 51-year-old woman crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to her entire body. Two passengers and the driver were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. Police cited 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver had no license. The system left the pedestrian exposed to danger.
18
Sedan Driver Hits Cyclist on Walton Ave▸Jul 18 - The driver of a sedan hit a 41-year-old bicyclist on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street. The rider suffered severe facial lacerations. Police recorded both vehicles going straight and listed contributing factors as unspecified.
The driver of a sedan and a bicyclist collided on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, suffered severe facial lacerations. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report lists the contributing factors as "Unspecified." The bicycle shows center back end damage and the sedan shows right front bumper impact. Police data do not record any specific driver errors in this crash.
11
Moped Driver Ejected at Unsafe Speed on Tremont▸Jul 11 - A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.
A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.
17S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
-
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
-
File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Jul 18 - The driver of a sedan hit a 41-year-old bicyclist on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street. The rider suffered severe facial lacerations. Police recorded both vehicles going straight and listed contributing factors as unspecified.
The driver of a sedan and a bicyclist collided on Walton Avenue at East 175th Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, suffered severe facial lacerations. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report lists the contributing factors as "Unspecified." The bicycle shows center back end damage and the sedan shows right front bumper impact. Police data do not record any specific driver errors in this crash.
11
Moped Driver Ejected at Unsafe Speed on Tremont▸Jul 11 - A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.
A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.
17S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
-
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Jul 11 - A moped slammed on E Tremont Ave. The driver, ejected, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Unsafe speed and inexperience fueled the crash. The Bronx night turned violent. No helmet. No mercy.
A moped crash on E Tremont Ave in the Bronx left a 33-year-old male driver ejected and bleeding from the head. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The driver, who wore no safety equipment, was conscious but severely injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The moped struck with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. No other vehicles or persons were involved.
17S 8344
Tapia votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
-
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
22
Distracted Driver Slams Mercedes Into Ford, Killing Man▸Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
-
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Mar 22 - A Mercedes plowed into a Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. The Ford’s driver died at the wheel, his body broken by the impact. Darkness lingered. Police cite driver inattention. The road bore witness to another life lost to distraction.
According to the police report, a Mercedes sedan traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway struck the rear of a 2009 Ford sedan at 3:47 a.m. The Ford’s driver, a 39-year-old man, died at the scene. The report states the Mercedes 'crushed the rear' of the Ford, leaving the victim dead at the wheel with injuries to his entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the collision. The Ford was hit in the right rear bumper by the Mercedes’s left front bumper, consistent with a rear-end impact. The victim was unbelted, but the police report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction, as documented in the official report.
22
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
-
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
-
File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Mar 22 - A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
- Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-22
16
E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
-
File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
14
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
-
File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
14A 5440
Tapia co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by holding vehicle owners liable.▸Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
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File A 5440,
Open States,
Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.
Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.
- File A 5440, Open States, Published 2025-02-14
16A 2299
Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16