No More Accidents—Only Choices: Demand Action on Deadly Streets

A man on an e-scooter struck a 60-year-old pedestrian mid-block on Hudson Street. The older man fell, his face bloodied. Both men injured. No crosswalk. The street froze as blood pooled on the pavement.

A collision occurred mid-block on Hudson Street when a man riding an e-scooter struck a 60-year-old pedestrian head-on. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe bleeding to the face and remained conscious but wounded. The e-scooter rider, age 33, also sustained minor facial injuries. The crash happened away from any crosswalk, with both parties injured and the street left still. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4542066 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

A 39-year-old man was struck by a sedan on East 11 Street in Manhattan. The driver, distracted and inexperienced, hit the pedestrian outside an intersection. The man suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash happened at 4 a.m.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 11 Street struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian who was in the roadway but not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with driver inexperience, as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or pedestrian fault is mentioned. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540665 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

A 28-year-old man crossing Bowery with the signal was struck by a sedan making a left turn. The driver’s inexperience and distraction caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Bowery made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals when the collision occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541799 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

Governor Hochul signed the bill. Speed cameras in New York City now operate around the clock. No more nighttime gaps. Deborah Glick backed the measure. The law aims to slow cars, protect people, and keep streets safer for everyone.

On June 24, 2022, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill extending and expanding New York City's speed camera program. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymember Deborah Glick (District 66) and Senator Andrew Gounardes, allows speed cameras to operate 24/7 in up to 750 school zones. The bill was set to expire but now runs through July 1, 2025. The matter summary states: 'New York City is now able to operate its speed cameras 24 hours a day.' Glick, who sponsored the bill, dismissed criticism that cameras are a cash grab, saying, 'The city isn't in the car with you... If you don't want to get a ticket, don't speed.' Mayor Eric Adams called the cameras a deterrent, not a punishment. Advocates say the law will slow cars and protect pedestrians, especially children. The bill passed just before the legislative session ended, closing a deadly loophole in city enforcement.

• NYC speed cameras can now operate 24/7, gothamist.com, Published 2022-06-24

Governor Hochul signed a bill making school zone speed cameras run all day, every day. No more gaps. Crashes and injuries near schools drove the change. The law dropped tougher penalties, but sponsors vow to keep fighting. Streets stay dangerous. Cameras now never sleep.

On June 24, 2022, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill expanding New York City's school zone speed camera program to operate 24/7, year-round. The bill, sponsored by Assembly Member Deborah Glick and State Senator Andrew Gounardes, was passed after statistics showed rising crashes and injuries near schools. The matter summary: 'The city's school zone speed cameras will now operate 24/7 year-round.' Hochul cited student deaths and the need for constant protection. Mayor Adams called the program a national model, noting, '72 percent of fatalities have been happening when the cameras were off.' The bill was weakened from its original form, dropping escalating fines and stricter penalties for repeat offenders due to City Council concerns. Glick and Gounardes pledged to push for stronger measures. A separate bill to expand red light cameras failed. The new law closes deadly loopholes but leaves enforcement gaps for repeat offenders.

• Hochul Signs Speed Camera Bill, Citing Streetsblog’s Coverage of Unsafe School Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-06-24

A 39-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV turning left on Hudson Street. She suffered a head injury and concussion. The driver was distracted. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian was left in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal at an intersection on Hudson Street. The crash involved a 2016 Chevrolet SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion, and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No other factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4544208 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

A 20-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after an unlicensed SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The SUV struck the cyclist’s right side as he made a right turn on red. The cyclist was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision on Watts Street. The bicyclist was making a right turn on red when an unlicensed female driver of a 2010 Nissan SUV, traveling west, struck him with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers disregarding traffic controls.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4539281 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

Two men on bikes collided on 4 Avenue. One was making a right turn, the other rode straight north. The 52-year-old rider was ejected and suffered shoulder abrasions. Both bikes showed no damage. Improper lane usage caused the crash.

According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on 4 Avenue. One bicyclist, age 52, was making a right turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The 52-year-old rider was ejected from his bike and sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor for the crash. Both vehicles showed no damage. The injured bicyclist was conscious but suffered moderate injury. The report also notes "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No safety equipment was used by the injured rider. The crash highlights risks from improper lane use among cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537735 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

Traffic deaths surge while lawmakers stall. Fifty-nine killed by cars in three months. Streets favor SUVs over people. Full-time speed cameras help, but car subsidies fuel the carnage. Ryder Kessler calls for bold action: end giveaways, reclaim space, protect the vulnerable.

On June 7, 2022, Ryder Kessler published an opinion piece urging New York to stop subsidizing car usage. The statement, titled 'New York Must Stop Subsidizing Car Usage,' highlights a 44 percent rise in traffic fatalities and criticizes the city’s car-centric policies. Kessler, a candidate for Assembly District 66, calls out incumbent Deborah Glick for supporting speed-camera renewal but failing to reduce car dominance. He states, 'To get cars off the streets, we have to stop subsidizing their usage.' Kessler pledges to expand protected bike and bus lanes, end free curbside parking, and push for weight-based vehicle fees. He argues that current subsidies—free parking, gas-tax holidays, and slow-walked congestion pricing—endanger New Yorkers, especially those outside cars. The piece demands systemic change to protect vulnerable road users.

• OPINION: New York Must Stop Subsidizing Car Usage, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-06-07

A 37-year-old woman was struck while crossing King Street. She suffered a bruised shoulder and upper arm. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but details on the vehicle and driver errors are unspecified.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing King Street. She sustained contusions and bruises to her shoulder and upper arm. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions are provided. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No mention of helmet use or signaling was recorded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535511 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

A 72-year-old man was struck by a pick-up truck while crossing 7 Avenue with the signal. The driver was making a left turn and distracted. The pedestrian suffered upper arm injuries and shock. The truck showed no damage.

According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 7 Avenue at West 12 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2013 Ford pick-up truck, driven by a licensed male driver, made a left turn and struck him. The point of impact was the truck's center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541881 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

A sedan made a left turn and struck a southbound e-bike on 5 Avenue. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered bruises and arm injuries. The driver was distracted. The bike’s undercarriage was damaged; the sedan showed no damage.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound e-bike on 5 Avenue. The 21-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan had no visible damage, while the e-bike’s undercarriage was damaged. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The driver’s failure to maintain attention during the left turn led to the collision and injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535517 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

A motorcycle traveling north struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian on Avenue of the Americas. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was inattentive and distracted at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead on Avenue of the Americas collided with a 28-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle showed no damage, and the pedestrian's location and actions before the crash remain unknown. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534135 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

A 34-year-old woman was struck while crossing LaGuardia Place in Manhattan. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The pedestrian was conscious and injured outside an intersection. The vehicle involved is unspecified.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing LaGuardia Place in Manhattan. She was not at an intersection when the crash occurred. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle type are provided. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534197 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-06-02

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.

• File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-06-01

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-31

A 21-year-old woman was struck by a sedan making a right turn on West 14 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the driver, distracted and inattentive, hit her. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on West 14 Street made a right turn and struck a 21-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with traffic control disregarded. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was alone in the car. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The crash highlights driver failure to observe traffic controls and maintain attention while turning.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532690 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-20

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25