Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB2?
No More Accidents—Only Choices: Demand Action on Deadly Streets
Manhattan CB2: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 24, 2025
Death on Familiar Streets
In Manhattan CB2, violence does not come in a single storm. It arrives every week, every day, in the slow grind of wheels on asphalt and bodies broken in the crosswalk. In the last twelve months, three people died and 397 were injured in 859 crashes. Ten were left with injuries so severe they may never walk the same. The dead do not get a second chance.
Just last spring, a cyclist was killed at Centre and Broome. In October, a woman crossing with the signal at Crosby and Spring was struck and killed by a turning SUV. A man was crushed by a backing garbage truck on Cornelia Street. These are not rare events. They are the city’s heartbeat now.
The Human Cost
A crash is not an accident. It is a system working as designed. Most victims are walkers and cyclists. The numbers are cold: cars and SUVs caused the most harm, with 4 deaths and 235 injuries. Trucks and buses killed one, injured 23. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes left dozens more hurt. The cost is measured in lives cut short, families left waiting for someone who will not come home.
“It felt like he was scratching like big noise and I was honking like stop and he kept doing it,” said Martina Minor after a Midtown chase ended in wreckage and fear (ABC7).
Leadership: Action and Delay
Local leaders have moved, but slowly. Assembly Member Deborah Glick and State Senator Brian Kavanagh both voted to renew and expand speed camera enforcement near schools. Glick also sponsored bills to crack down on drivers who hide their plates and to extend camera enforcement. But the citywide 20 mph limit allowed by Sammy’s Law remains unused. Every day of delay is another day of risk.
What Now: No More Waiting
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand cameras that work, and laws that stop repeat offenders. The dead cannot speak. You can.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Manhattan CB2 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Manhattan CB2?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Manhattan CB2?
▸ Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Stolen Car Kills Two In Chinatown, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-22
- Police Chase Wrecks Cars In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-22
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688160 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-24
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- File A 8787, Open States, Published 2025-06-05
- Chinatown Hit-And-Run Kills Two, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown, New York Post, Published 2025-07-22
- Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-22
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
- Hochul Signs Speed Camera Bill, Citing Streetsblog’s Coverage of Unsafe School Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-06-24
- Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-07
- Manhattan BP Wants To Raze FDR Drive South of Brooklyn Bridge, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-20
- CM Bottcher: City Must Publicly Report on Plate-Covering Perps, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-29
Other Representatives
District 66
853 Broadway Suite 2007, New York, NY 10003
Room 621, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 2
254 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10009
212-677-1077
250 Broadway, Suite 1820, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7366
District 27
Room 2011, 250 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
Room 512, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB2 Manhattan Community Board 2 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 6, District 2, AD 66, SD 27.
It contains Soho-Little Italy-Hudson Square, Greenwich Village, West Village.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 2
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Clarkson Street▸A 39-year-old man walking against traffic on Clarkson Street was struck by a northbound sedan. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to his lower leg and foot. The driver, proceeding straight, made contact with the pedestrian’s left rear side.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking against traffic along Clarkson Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 18:20 when a northbound 2022 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, struck the pedestrian on the left rear bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s action of walking against traffic is noted. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a glancing impact. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The incident underscores the dangers posed by pedestrian movement against traffic flow and the risks of vehicle-pedestrian contact on city streets.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Side Impact▸A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered neck injuries after colliding with a parked SUV in Manhattan. The impact struck the left side doors of the vehicle. The bicyclist was conscious but experienced whiplash and no helmet was worn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:40 in Manhattan near East 12 Street. A 30-year-old male bicyclist traveling east collided with a stationary Toyota SUV that was parked and facing east. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious at the scene but was not wearing any safety equipment such as a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors by the SUV operator, who was parked at the time. The bicyclist’s ejection and injury severity highlight the dangers cyclists face when colliding with parked vehicles, emphasizing systemic risks in urban traffic environments.
Speeding Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian at Lafayette and Grand▸A Ducati tore down Lafayette. A man entered the crosswalk. The motorcycle’s front slammed his arm. Blood pooled on the pavement. Sirens echoed. The city paused, watching danger claim another body.
A collision occurred at the corner of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when a southbound Ducati motorcycle struck a 34-year-old man crossing the intersection. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an 'Unsafe Speed.' The impact from the motorcycle’s left front bumper caused severe bleeding to the pedestrian’s arm and hand. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor on the part of the motorcycle driver. The police narrative describes the scene: 'A Ducati sped south. A man stepped into the street, against the light. The bike’s front struck his arm. Blood spread on the crosswalk.' The pedestrian was reported as 'Conscious' but suffering from 'Severe Bleeding.' The report also notes the pedestrian was 'Crossing Against Signal,' but this detail follows the documented driver errors of unsafe speed and failure to yield.
Pedestrian Severely Injured on Lafayette Street▸A 30-year-old man was struck on Lafayette Street, suffering injuries to his entire body and minor bleeding. He was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle involved showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Lafayette Street in Manhattan at 9:33 PM. The 30-year-old male pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The vehicle involved had no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no contributing factors for the vehicle or driver. The vehicle had two occupants and showed no damage at the point of impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway' with unspecified contributing factors, but no blame is assigned to the victim.
Distracted Taxi Hits Bicyclist on Kenmare Street▸A bicyclist was injured after a taxi, parked and inattentive, struck him on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The taxi showed no damage, highlighting the impact on the vulnerable rider.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:44 on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. A taxi, parked and facing west, was struck by a bicyclist traveling westbound. The point of impact was the taxi’s left rear bumper and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain awareness. The taxi sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction to vulnerable road users like bicyclists.
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Hudson Street▸A sedan reversed on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old woman. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The crash left her in shock.
According to the police report, at 6:42 a.m., a 2024 Ford sedan backed southeast on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian. The impact came from the vehicle’s left rear bumper. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as driver errors. The driver was licensed and alone. No pedestrian actions contributed to the crash. This collision underscores the risk when drivers reverse without attention in areas where pedestrians walk.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 39-year-old man walking against traffic on Clarkson Street was struck by a northbound sedan. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to his lower leg and foot. The driver, proceeding straight, made contact with the pedestrian’s left rear side.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while walking against traffic along Clarkson Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 18:20 when a northbound 2022 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, struck the pedestrian on the left rear bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but the pedestrian’s action of walking against traffic is noted. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a glancing impact. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The incident underscores the dangers posed by pedestrian movement against traffic flow and the risks of vehicle-pedestrian contact on city streets.
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Side Impact▸A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered neck injuries after colliding with a parked SUV in Manhattan. The impact struck the left side doors of the vehicle. The bicyclist was conscious but experienced whiplash and no helmet was worn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:40 in Manhattan near East 12 Street. A 30-year-old male bicyclist traveling east collided with a stationary Toyota SUV that was parked and facing east. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious at the scene but was not wearing any safety equipment such as a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors by the SUV operator, who was parked at the time. The bicyclist’s ejection and injury severity highlight the dangers cyclists face when colliding with parked vehicles, emphasizing systemic risks in urban traffic environments.
Speeding Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian at Lafayette and Grand▸A Ducati tore down Lafayette. A man entered the crosswalk. The motorcycle’s front slammed his arm. Blood pooled on the pavement. Sirens echoed. The city paused, watching danger claim another body.
A collision occurred at the corner of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when a southbound Ducati motorcycle struck a 34-year-old man crossing the intersection. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an 'Unsafe Speed.' The impact from the motorcycle’s left front bumper caused severe bleeding to the pedestrian’s arm and hand. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor on the part of the motorcycle driver. The police narrative describes the scene: 'A Ducati sped south. A man stepped into the street, against the light. The bike’s front struck his arm. Blood spread on the crosswalk.' The pedestrian was reported as 'Conscious' but suffering from 'Severe Bleeding.' The report also notes the pedestrian was 'Crossing Against Signal,' but this detail follows the documented driver errors of unsafe speed and failure to yield.
Pedestrian Severely Injured on Lafayette Street▸A 30-year-old man was struck on Lafayette Street, suffering injuries to his entire body and minor bleeding. He was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle involved showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Lafayette Street in Manhattan at 9:33 PM. The 30-year-old male pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The vehicle involved had no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no contributing factors for the vehicle or driver. The vehicle had two occupants and showed no damage at the point of impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway' with unspecified contributing factors, but no blame is assigned to the victim.
Distracted Taxi Hits Bicyclist on Kenmare Street▸A bicyclist was injured after a taxi, parked and inattentive, struck him on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The taxi showed no damage, highlighting the impact on the vulnerable rider.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:44 on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. A taxi, parked and facing west, was struck by a bicyclist traveling westbound. The point of impact was the taxi’s left rear bumper and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain awareness. The taxi sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction to vulnerable road users like bicyclists.
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Hudson Street▸A sedan reversed on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old woman. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The crash left her in shock.
According to the police report, at 6:42 a.m., a 2024 Ford sedan backed southeast on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian. The impact came from the vehicle’s left rear bumper. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as driver errors. The driver was licensed and alone. No pedestrian actions contributed to the crash. This collision underscores the risk when drivers reverse without attention in areas where pedestrians walk.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered neck injuries after colliding with a parked SUV in Manhattan. The impact struck the left side doors of the vehicle. The bicyclist was conscious but experienced whiplash and no helmet was worn.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:40 in Manhattan near East 12 Street. A 30-year-old male bicyclist traveling east collided with a stationary Toyota SUV that was parked and facing east. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious at the scene but was not wearing any safety equipment such as a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors by the SUV operator, who was parked at the time. The bicyclist’s ejection and injury severity highlight the dangers cyclists face when colliding with parked vehicles, emphasizing systemic risks in urban traffic environments.
Speeding Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian at Lafayette and Grand▸A Ducati tore down Lafayette. A man entered the crosswalk. The motorcycle’s front slammed his arm. Blood pooled on the pavement. Sirens echoed. The city paused, watching danger claim another body.
A collision occurred at the corner of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when a southbound Ducati motorcycle struck a 34-year-old man crossing the intersection. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an 'Unsafe Speed.' The impact from the motorcycle’s left front bumper caused severe bleeding to the pedestrian’s arm and hand. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor on the part of the motorcycle driver. The police narrative describes the scene: 'A Ducati sped south. A man stepped into the street, against the light. The bike’s front struck his arm. Blood spread on the crosswalk.' The pedestrian was reported as 'Conscious' but suffering from 'Severe Bleeding.' The report also notes the pedestrian was 'Crossing Against Signal,' but this detail follows the documented driver errors of unsafe speed and failure to yield.
Pedestrian Severely Injured on Lafayette Street▸A 30-year-old man was struck on Lafayette Street, suffering injuries to his entire body and minor bleeding. He was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle involved showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Lafayette Street in Manhattan at 9:33 PM. The 30-year-old male pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The vehicle involved had no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no contributing factors for the vehicle or driver. The vehicle had two occupants and showed no damage at the point of impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway' with unspecified contributing factors, but no blame is assigned to the victim.
Distracted Taxi Hits Bicyclist on Kenmare Street▸A bicyclist was injured after a taxi, parked and inattentive, struck him on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The taxi showed no damage, highlighting the impact on the vulnerable rider.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:44 on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. A taxi, parked and facing west, was struck by a bicyclist traveling westbound. The point of impact was the taxi’s left rear bumper and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain awareness. The taxi sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction to vulnerable road users like bicyclists.
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Hudson Street▸A sedan reversed on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old woman. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The crash left her in shock.
According to the police report, at 6:42 a.m., a 2024 Ford sedan backed southeast on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian. The impact came from the vehicle’s left rear bumper. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as driver errors. The driver was licensed and alone. No pedestrian actions contributed to the crash. This collision underscores the risk when drivers reverse without attention in areas where pedestrians walk.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A Ducati tore down Lafayette. A man entered the crosswalk. The motorcycle’s front slammed his arm. Blood pooled on the pavement. Sirens echoed. The city paused, watching danger claim another body.
A collision occurred at the corner of Lafayette Street and Grand Street in Manhattan when a southbound Ducati motorcycle struck a 34-year-old man crossing the intersection. According to the police report, the motorcycle was traveling at an 'Unsafe Speed.' The impact from the motorcycle’s left front bumper caused severe bleeding to the pedestrian’s arm and hand. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor on the part of the motorcycle driver. The police narrative describes the scene: 'A Ducati sped south. A man stepped into the street, against the light. The bike’s front struck his arm. Blood spread on the crosswalk.' The pedestrian was reported as 'Conscious' but suffering from 'Severe Bleeding.' The report also notes the pedestrian was 'Crossing Against Signal,' but this detail follows the documented driver errors of unsafe speed and failure to yield.
Pedestrian Severely Injured on Lafayette Street▸A 30-year-old man was struck on Lafayette Street, suffering injuries to his entire body and minor bleeding. He was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle involved showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Lafayette Street in Manhattan at 9:33 PM. The 30-year-old male pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The vehicle involved had no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no contributing factors for the vehicle or driver. The vehicle had two occupants and showed no damage at the point of impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway' with unspecified contributing factors, but no blame is assigned to the victim.
Distracted Taxi Hits Bicyclist on Kenmare Street▸A bicyclist was injured after a taxi, parked and inattentive, struck him on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The taxi showed no damage, highlighting the impact on the vulnerable rider.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:44 on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. A taxi, parked and facing west, was struck by a bicyclist traveling westbound. The point of impact was the taxi’s left rear bumper and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain awareness. The taxi sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction to vulnerable road users like bicyclists.
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Hudson Street▸A sedan reversed on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old woman. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The crash left her in shock.
According to the police report, at 6:42 a.m., a 2024 Ford sedan backed southeast on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian. The impact came from the vehicle’s left rear bumper. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as driver errors. The driver was licensed and alone. No pedestrian actions contributed to the crash. This collision underscores the risk when drivers reverse without attention in areas where pedestrians walk.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A 30-year-old man was struck on Lafayette Street, suffering injuries to his entire body and minor bleeding. He was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle involved showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on Lafayette Street in Manhattan at 9:33 PM. The 30-year-old male pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The vehicle involved had no damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no contributing factors for the vehicle or driver. The vehicle had two occupants and showed no damage at the point of impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian's actions are described as 'Other Actions in Roadway' with unspecified contributing factors, but no blame is assigned to the victim.
Distracted Taxi Hits Bicyclist on Kenmare Street▸A bicyclist was injured after a taxi, parked and inattentive, struck him on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The taxi showed no damage, highlighting the impact on the vulnerable rider.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:44 on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. A taxi, parked and facing west, was struck by a bicyclist traveling westbound. The point of impact was the taxi’s left rear bumper and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain awareness. The taxi sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction to vulnerable road users like bicyclists.
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Hudson Street▸A sedan reversed on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old woman. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The crash left her in shock.
According to the police report, at 6:42 a.m., a 2024 Ford sedan backed southeast on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian. The impact came from the vehicle’s left rear bumper. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as driver errors. The driver was licensed and alone. No pedestrian actions contributed to the crash. This collision underscores the risk when drivers reverse without attention in areas where pedestrians walk.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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A bicyclist was injured after a taxi, parked and inattentive, struck him on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The taxi showed no damage, highlighting the impact on the vulnerable rider.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:44 on Kenmare Street in Manhattan. A taxi, parked and facing west, was struck by a bicyclist traveling westbound. The point of impact was the taxi’s left rear bumper and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain awareness. The taxi sustained no damage. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction to vulnerable road users like bicyclists.
Sedan Backs Into Pedestrian on Hudson Street▸A sedan reversed on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old woman. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The crash left her in shock.
According to the police report, at 6:42 a.m., a 2024 Ford sedan backed southeast on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian. The impact came from the vehicle’s left rear bumper. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as driver errors. The driver was licensed and alone. No pedestrian actions contributed to the crash. This collision underscores the risk when drivers reverse without attention in areas where pedestrians walk.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A sedan reversed on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old woman. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite unsafe backing and driver distraction. The crash left her in shock.
According to the police report, at 6:42 a.m., a 2024 Ford sedan backed southeast on Hudson Street and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian. The impact came from the vehicle’s left rear bumper. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered head injuries and minor bleeding, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as driver errors. The driver was licensed and alone. No pedestrian actions contributed to the crash. This collision underscores the risk when drivers reverse without attention in areas where pedestrians walk.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 25-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn on East 9 Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on East 9 Street in Manhattan. A 25-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2006 Dodge SUV making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor on the part of the vehicle driver. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was the sole occupant. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors beyond crossing with the signal.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Kenmare▸A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan hit a 48-year-old man crossing Kenmare Street. The impact bruised his back. Police cite driver inattention. The victim stayed conscious. Manhattan streets remain perilous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Kenmare Street struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights the danger posed by distracted drivers to people walking in Manhattan.
SUV Right-Turn Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A Ford SUV making a right turn struck a Hyundai sedan traveling straight on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 19-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing neck whiplash and shock. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:20 AM on East 8 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2018 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 19-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing instead on the driver's distraction as the cause.
Sedan Backs Into Cyclist on 7th Avenue▸Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Sedan backed unsafely on 7th Avenue South. Struck 59-year-old cyclist. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. No ejection. No safety gear. Sedan undamaged. Driver error listed as backing unsafely.
According to the police report, a sedan backed unsafely on 7 Avenue South in Manhattan at 8:15 p.m. and struck a 59-year-old male bicyclist. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report states the sedan was driven by a licensed male and showed no damage after the crash. The point of impact was the sedan’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a driver error contributing to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Unsafe Lane Change Hits Bus Passenger▸A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 12-year-old boy suffered knee and lower leg abrasions as a sedan changed lanes unsafely and struck a bus on West Houston Street. The collision caused injury to the passenger inside the bus, highlighting driver error in lane management.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on West Houston Street in Manhattan at 3:44 PM. A sedan traveling west was changing lanes unsafely when it collided with a bus also traveling west. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel and the bus's left front bumper. The 12-year-old male passenger inside the bus was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The police report identifies the primary driver error as 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and notes 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The bus driver was licensed in New York and had six occupants aboard. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Left Turn Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A southbound bicyclist suffered elbow abrasions after an SUV making a left turn hit her on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The crash at 9:40 p.m. exposed driver distraction as a critical factor in the collision’s impact and injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan at 9:40 p.m. A female bicyclist traveling south was making a left turn when she was struck on her right front quarter panel by a southbound SUV also making a left turn. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist, a 31-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers executing turns in dense urban environments.
Sedan Strikes E-Bike on East 10 Street▸A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
-
Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan traveling north collided with an eastbound e-bike on East 10 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 PM on East 10 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 sedan traveling north struck an eastbound e-bike at the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. There were no other contributing factors listed, and the bicyclist was not noted to have any helmet or safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the danger posed by distracted driving in Manhattan’s busy streets.
Taxi Slams Elderly Woman at Bowery Crossing▸A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
-
Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A taxi tore through Bowery, striking a 79-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She died on the sunlit concrete, blood pooling, engines idling. The cab’s nose crumpled. The city’s rhythm never faltered. Another life ended beneath steel and glass.
A 79-year-old woman was killed at the intersection of East 4th Street and Bowery in Manhattan when a taxi struck her as she crossed the street. According to the police report, the collision occurred at 13:37 and resulted in a fatal head wound. The report states the driver’s actions included 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' highlighting a failure to obey traffic signals. The taxi’s center front end bore the impact, its nose crumpled from the force. The pedestrian was described as 'crossing against the signal,' but this detail appears only after the driver’s error is cited. The scene was marked by blood on hot concrete and the persistent hum of engines, underscoring the relentless danger faced by those on foot. No other contributing factors were listed for the driver.
SUV Turns Right, Injures E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
An SUV making a right turn struck a westbound e-scooter in Manhattan’s West 14th Street area. The 60-year-old e-scooter rider suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:42 near West 14th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling westbound. The e-scooter rider, a 60-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, described as contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-scooter sustained front-end damage. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on the driver's failure to maintain attention during the turn.
2Sedan Strikes Parked SUV on Canal Street▸A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
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Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan traveling west collided with a parked SUV on Canal Street. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash’s impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Canal Street at 15:59. A sedan traveling west struck a stationary SUV parked facing north. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper hitting the center back end of the SUV. The sedan carried two occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured with severity level 3; the driver sustained a head injury and concussion, while the passenger was in shock with unknown bodily injury. Both wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked SUV was damaged on its center back end, and the sedan’s left front bumper was damaged. This crash highlights the danger posed by speeding drivers colliding with stationary vehicles.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
-
Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A sedan making a left turn collided with a bicyclist traveling east on East 12 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on East 12 Street near 4 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan with three occupants was making a left turn northeast when it struck a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old woman, sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the collision, specifically noting this error twice. There is no indication of any contributing factors from the bicyclist. The sedan sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the bike showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.
Glick Urged to Reject Payroll Tax Support Congestion Pricing▸Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
-
Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Charles Komanoff, veteran traffic reformer, pressed Assembly Member Deborah Glick to oppose payroll tax hikes and defend congestion pricing. He invoked decades of lost lives—pedestrians, cyclists—arguing congestion pricing cuts danger and keeps streets fair. He called tax hikes regressive, congestion pricing just.
On June 7, 2024, Charles Komanoff, a longtime congestion pricing advocate, issued an open letter to Assembly Member Deborah Glick. He urged her to vote no on revenue alternatives to congestion pricing, especially a proposed Payroll Mobility Tax (PMT) increase. Komanoff wrote, 'what motivates me...to demand congestion pricing is its power to act as a counterweight to cars and trucks and driving and traffic.' He called the PMT hike regressive, unlike congestion pricing, and warned it would undermine safer, fairer streets. The advocacy statement, published by Streetsblog NYC, highlights Komanoff’s decades of work driven by the deaths of pedestrians and cyclists. He pressed Glick to keep congestion pricing viable, framing it as the effective, equitable path for vulnerable road users.
- Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Glick votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Glick votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
- File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07