About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 16
▸ Crush Injuries 13
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 30
▸ Severe Lacerations 25
▸ Concussion 29
▸ Whiplash 77
▸ Contusion/Bruise 341
▸ Abrasion 198
▸ Pain/Nausea 58
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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W 47 St, 2 PM
Manhattan CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025
Just about 2 PM on Sep 10, 2025, on W 47 St, a driver in a Chevy SUV going west hit a 66‑year‑old man who was walking outside the intersection. Police recorded failure to yield and distraction by the driver (NYC Open Data crash 4841402).
This Week
- Sep 9: a driver in a Ford pickup hit a man on a bike near 232 W 37 St (NYC Open Data crash 4841145).
- Sep 9: a van driver making a left at W 25 St and Avenue of the Americas hit a woman walking, with failure to yield recorded by police (NYC Open Data crash 4841122).
- Sep 8: a sedan driver hit a woman crossing with the signal at W 38 St and 8 Ave; police cited distraction by the driver (NYC Open Data crash 4840896).
How big is the toll here?
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Manhattan CB5 there have been 16 people killed, 3,012 injured, and 73 seriously injured in 5,662 crashes (NYC Open Data). In the past 12 months, 7 people were killed and 857 were injured here (PeriodStats, NYC Open Data). Pedestrians account for 9 of the deaths; people on bikes, 4 (mode split from NYC Open Data).
The risk clusters on known blocks. Avenue of the Americas is a top hotspot with deaths and injuries. So is 7 Avenue (NYC Open Data). Police most often record driver actions we can fix: failure to yield, distraction, unsafe speed, and improper turns (NYC Open Data).
Where the street fails people
Left turns cut people down at W 25 St and Sixth. Distraction hits people in the crosswalk at W 38 St and Eighth. The pattern repeats on the hour: crashes pile up from late afternoon into the evening rush (NYC Open Data).
There are fixes we can install now: daylight every corner, add leading pedestrian intervals, harden turns with concrete, and route trucks off the narrow blocks that carry the most people walking. Enforcement has to match the map.
Leaders with levers
Council Member Keith Powers backed a car‑free 34th Street busway. “It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that,” he said (AMNY). Cutting car volume saves lives on foot and on bikes.
At the state level, Senator Liz Krueger co‑sponsored and voted yes in committee for S 4045, which would require intelligent speed assistance for repeat speeders (Open States). Assembly Member Tony Simone co‑sponsors the Assembly speed‑limiter bill A 2299 and a bill to expand camera enforcement of plate obstruction A 7997 (Open States).
The tools exist. Slow the default speed. Stop the worst repeat offenders. Keep cars out where the crowds are thick. A man went down on W 47 St. He should have made it home.
Take one step now: ask your officials to back safer speeds and speed limiters. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
- Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown, AMNY, Published 2025-08-08
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Tony Simone
District 75
Council Member Keith Powers
District 4
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB5 Manhattan Community Board 5 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 14, District 4, AD 75, SD 28.
It contains Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Midtown-Times Square.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 5
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Taxi and Motorcycle Collide on 7 Avenue▸Jul 10 - A taxi and motorcycle crashed on 7 Avenue near West 42 Street. The motorcycle driver, a 70-year-old man, suffered bruises and abdominal injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound at impact.
According to the police report, a taxi and a motorcycle collided on 7 Avenue near West 42 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver, a 70-year-old man, was injured with contusions and abdominal-pelvic trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The taxi was damaged on its right rear quarter panel, and the motorcycle sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound at the time of the crash. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Cyclist on 42nd Street▸Jul 7 - A sedan hit a 72-year-old woman on a bike near Lexington. She was thrown from her bike, suffering a head wound. The crash scarred the car’s doors and the bike’s back end. Driver distraction played a role.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on East 42nd Street struck a 72-year-old female bicyclist, also heading south, near Lexington Avenue. The sedan hit the center back end of the bike, damaging its right side doors. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and going straight. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. No other factors were cited.
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Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 57th Street▸Jul 7 - A 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured after a bus struck him on East 57th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The bus driver was distracted and passed too closely.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on East 57th Street collided with a 62-year-old male bicyclist. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with the bus passing too closely to the cyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing distances in Manhattan.
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Van Merges Into Moped, Two Injured▸Jul 6 - A van merging west on West 31 Street struck a moped going straight. The moped driver and passenger were ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both were conscious but injured. The van’s right rear quarter hit the moped’s left front bumper.
According to the police report, a van merging on West 31 Street collided with a moped traveling straight west. The moped carried two 21-year-old males, both ejected from the vehicle. They sustained abrasions and injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet. The van’s right rear quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the van operator during the merge. Both injured parties were conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was noted for the moped occupants. The van driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes impacting vulnerable moped riders.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Park Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two vehicles crashed on Park Avenue. An SUV going north hit a sedan making a left turn. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver had neck whiplash. The sedan driver had chest injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.
According to the police report, a 2004 SUV traveling north on Park Avenue collided with a 2016 sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end and the sedan's right front quarter panel. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver, age 36, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; the sedan driver, age 45, sustained chest injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicles.
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SUV Hits Moped on East 31st Street▸Jul 5 - A moped rider was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 31st Street involving a 2014 SUV traveling north and a moped traveling west. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The SUV struck the moped on its right front quarter panel, while the moped was impacted at its center front end. The moped rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Taxi Crushes Woman’s Leg on West 41st▸Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 10 - A taxi and motorcycle crashed on 7 Avenue near West 42 Street. The motorcycle driver, a 70-year-old man, suffered bruises and abdominal injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound at impact.
According to the police report, a taxi and a motorcycle collided on 7 Avenue near West 42 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver, a 70-year-old man, was injured with contusions and abdominal-pelvic trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The taxi was damaged on its right rear quarter panel, and the motorcycle sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead eastbound at the time of the crash. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Cyclist on 42nd Street▸Jul 7 - A sedan hit a 72-year-old woman on a bike near Lexington. She was thrown from her bike, suffering a head wound. The crash scarred the car’s doors and the bike’s back end. Driver distraction played a role.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on East 42nd Street struck a 72-year-old female bicyclist, also heading south, near Lexington Avenue. The sedan hit the center back end of the bike, damaging its right side doors. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and going straight. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. No other factors were cited.
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Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 57th Street▸Jul 7 - A 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured after a bus struck him on East 57th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The bus driver was distracted and passed too closely.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on East 57th Street collided with a 62-year-old male bicyclist. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with the bus passing too closely to the cyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing distances in Manhattan.
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Van Merges Into Moped, Two Injured▸Jul 6 - A van merging west on West 31 Street struck a moped going straight. The moped driver and passenger were ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both were conscious but injured. The van’s right rear quarter hit the moped’s left front bumper.
According to the police report, a van merging on West 31 Street collided with a moped traveling straight west. The moped carried two 21-year-old males, both ejected from the vehicle. They sustained abrasions and injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet. The van’s right rear quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the van operator during the merge. Both injured parties were conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was noted for the moped occupants. The van driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes impacting vulnerable moped riders.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Park Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two vehicles crashed on Park Avenue. An SUV going north hit a sedan making a left turn. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver had neck whiplash. The sedan driver had chest injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.
According to the police report, a 2004 SUV traveling north on Park Avenue collided with a 2016 sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end and the sedan's right front quarter panel. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver, age 36, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; the sedan driver, age 45, sustained chest injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicles.
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SUV Hits Moped on East 31st Street▸Jul 5 - A moped rider was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 31st Street involving a 2014 SUV traveling north and a moped traveling west. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The SUV struck the moped on its right front quarter panel, while the moped was impacted at its center front end. The moped rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Taxi Crushes Woman’s Leg on West 41st▸Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 7 - A sedan hit a 72-year-old woman on a bike near Lexington. She was thrown from her bike, suffering a head wound. The crash scarred the car’s doors and the bike’s back end. Driver distraction played a role.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on East 42nd Street struck a 72-year-old female bicyclist, also heading south, near Lexington Avenue. The sedan hit the center back end of the bike, damaging its right side doors. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and going straight. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. No other factors were cited.
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Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 57th Street▸Jul 7 - A 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured after a bus struck him on East 57th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The bus driver was distracted and passed too closely.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on East 57th Street collided with a 62-year-old male bicyclist. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with the bus passing too closely to the cyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing distances in Manhattan.
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Van Merges Into Moped, Two Injured▸Jul 6 - A van merging west on West 31 Street struck a moped going straight. The moped driver and passenger were ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both were conscious but injured. The van’s right rear quarter hit the moped’s left front bumper.
According to the police report, a van merging on West 31 Street collided with a moped traveling straight west. The moped carried two 21-year-old males, both ejected from the vehicle. They sustained abrasions and injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet. The van’s right rear quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the van operator during the merge. Both injured parties were conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was noted for the moped occupants. The van driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes impacting vulnerable moped riders.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Park Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two vehicles crashed on Park Avenue. An SUV going north hit a sedan making a left turn. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver had neck whiplash. The sedan driver had chest injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.
According to the police report, a 2004 SUV traveling north on Park Avenue collided with a 2016 sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end and the sedan's right front quarter panel. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver, age 36, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; the sedan driver, age 45, sustained chest injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicles.
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SUV Hits Moped on East 31st Street▸Jul 5 - A moped rider was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 31st Street involving a 2014 SUV traveling north and a moped traveling west. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The SUV struck the moped on its right front quarter panel, while the moped was impacted at its center front end. The moped rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Taxi Crushes Woman’s Leg on West 41st▸Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 7 - A 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured after a bus struck him on East 57th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The bus driver was distracted and passed too closely.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on East 57th Street collided with a 62-year-old male bicyclist. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with the bus passing too closely to the cyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing distances in Manhattan.
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Van Merges Into Moped, Two Injured▸Jul 6 - A van merging west on West 31 Street struck a moped going straight. The moped driver and passenger were ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both were conscious but injured. The van’s right rear quarter hit the moped’s left front bumper.
According to the police report, a van merging on West 31 Street collided with a moped traveling straight west. The moped carried two 21-year-old males, both ejected from the vehicle. They sustained abrasions and injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet. The van’s right rear quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the van operator during the merge. Both injured parties were conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was noted for the moped occupants. The van driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes impacting vulnerable moped riders.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Park Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two vehicles crashed on Park Avenue. An SUV going north hit a sedan making a left turn. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver had neck whiplash. The sedan driver had chest injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.
According to the police report, a 2004 SUV traveling north on Park Avenue collided with a 2016 sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end and the sedan's right front quarter panel. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver, age 36, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; the sedan driver, age 45, sustained chest injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicles.
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SUV Hits Moped on East 31st Street▸Jul 5 - A moped rider was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 31st Street involving a 2014 SUV traveling north and a moped traveling west. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The SUV struck the moped on its right front quarter panel, while the moped was impacted at its center front end. The moped rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Taxi Crushes Woman’s Leg on West 41st▸Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 6 - A van merging west on West 31 Street struck a moped going straight. The moped driver and passenger were ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both were conscious but injured. The van’s right rear quarter hit the moped’s left front bumper.
According to the police report, a van merging on West 31 Street collided with a moped traveling straight west. The moped carried two 21-year-old males, both ejected from the vehicle. They sustained abrasions and injuries to their knees, lower legs, and feet. The van’s right rear quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the van operator during the merge. Both injured parties were conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was noted for the moped occupants. The van driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes impacting vulnerable moped riders.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Park Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two vehicles crashed on Park Avenue. An SUV going north hit a sedan making a left turn. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver had neck whiplash. The sedan driver had chest injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.
According to the police report, a 2004 SUV traveling north on Park Avenue collided with a 2016 sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end and the sedan's right front quarter panel. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver, age 36, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; the sedan driver, age 45, sustained chest injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicles.
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SUV Hits Moped on East 31st Street▸Jul 5 - A moped rider was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 31st Street involving a 2014 SUV traveling north and a moped traveling west. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The SUV struck the moped on its right front quarter panel, while the moped was impacted at its center front end. The moped rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Taxi Crushes Woman’s Leg on West 41st▸Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 5 - Two vehicles crashed on Park Avenue. An SUV going north hit a sedan making a left turn. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver had neck whiplash. The sedan driver had chest injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts.
According to the police report, a 2004 SUV traveling north on Park Avenue collided with a 2016 sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end and the sedan's right front quarter panel. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver, age 36, suffered neck injuries and whiplash; the sedan driver, age 45, sustained chest injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicles.
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SUV Hits Moped on East 31st Street▸Jul 5 - A moped rider was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 31st Street involving a 2014 SUV traveling north and a moped traveling west. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The SUV struck the moped on its right front quarter panel, while the moped was impacted at its center front end. The moped rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Taxi Crushes Woman’s Leg on West 41st▸Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 5 - A moped rider was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on East 31st Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 31st Street involving a 2014 SUV traveling north and a moped traveling west. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The SUV struck the moped on its right front quarter panel, while the moped was impacted at its center front end. The moped rider was wearing a helmet. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
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Taxi Crushes Woman’s Leg on West 41st▸Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 5 - A taxi rolled west on West 41st. A young woman stepped off a vehicle. The driver, distracted, did not see her. The cab crushed her leg. She stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh met in the dark.
A 26-year-old woman was injured on West 41st Street near Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a taxi moved west as the woman stepped off another vehicle. The driver did not see her. The taxi ran over her leg, causing crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the crash. She was not at an intersection when struck. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Working in Roadway▸Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jul 3 - A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on East 28 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 28 Street in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was incoherent after the crash. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which is listed as a contributing factor in the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The report identifies the driver error as failure to yield right-of-way, with no other driver or pedestrian actions noted.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West 39 Street▸Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 29 - A 47-year-old woman was injured crossing West 39 Street outside a crosswalk. A moped traveling west hit her at the center front end. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was inexperienced and speeding.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 39 Street struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. The report does not indicate any safety equipment used by the pedestrian or driver license status. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating mopeds at unsafe speeds in pedestrian areas.
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Taxi Strikes Pedestrian on West 42nd Street▸Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 28 - A taxi hit a man crossing West 42nd. His head split open. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, bleeding under city lights. The crash left him with severe wounds and the street stained.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a taxi at the corner of West 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “The driver was distracted.” The listed contributing factor is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The taxi was traveling east when it hit the man at the intersection. No other contributing factors are noted. The crash left the pedestrian injured and bleeding on the street, underscoring the danger posed by driver distraction.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on East 27 Street▸Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 27 - A taxi struck the back of an SUV traveling south on East 27 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles had front and rear center damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on East 27 Street rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt. The taxi sustained center front end damage, and the SUV had center back end damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver but does not specify driver errors or other causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions in Manhattan traffic.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Rear Collision▸Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
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Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
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Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
22
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
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Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 27 - A 31-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured in a crash near 1600 Broadway, Manhattan. The cyclist suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The collision involved a parked sedan and occurred at unsafe speeds amid pedestrian confusion.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling south near 1600 Broadway was ejected after colliding with the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The bicyclist sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan was stationary before impact, and no damage was reported to either vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver of the sedan held a permit license, and the bicyclist was identified as the driver of the bike. The crash highlights errors on the part of the bicyclist, including unsafe speed and confusion, without assigning fault to the victim.
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Unlicensed Scooter Driver Injured in Manhattan Crash▸Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
27
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
25
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
22
Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
22
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
22
Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 27 - A 29-year-old unlicensed scooter driver collided with an SUV on West 50 Street. Both vehicles traveled south. The scooter struck the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a motorscooter and an SUV collided on West 50 Street in Manhattan. The scooter driver, a 29-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling straight south when the scooter struck the right front bumper of the SUV. The scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment and was unlicensed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the victim. The SUV driver was licensed and driving a 2019 vehicle. The scooter driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
27
Taxi Strikes Cyclist on Broadway, Head Injured▸Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
25
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
22
Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
22
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
22
Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 27 - Taxi hit a 60-year-old man on a bike near West 58th. Cyclist thrown, head cut. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control ignored. System failed to protect the rider.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Broadway collided with a southbound bicyclist near West 58th Street in Manhattan. The 60-year-old male cyclist was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The taxi's left front bumper struck the bike's right side. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured. Systemic danger on city streets left another vulnerable road user hurt.
25
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on East 32 Street▸Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
22
Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
22
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
22
Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
-
After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 25 - Sedan hit a cyclist on East 32 Street near Park Avenue. The rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered head abrasions. Police cited driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 32 Street collided with a southbound bicyclist near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The 42-year-old male cyclist suffered head abrasions and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as stated in the report.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Box Truck on 7 Avenue▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
22
Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
22
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
22
Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
-
After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 24 - A sedan struck the rear of a box truck on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver’s distraction caused the crash. Both men wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock was reported.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 7 Avenue rear-ended a box truck also moving south. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the box truck. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision.
22
Bicyclist Injured in Taxi Side Collision▸Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
22
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
22
Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
-
After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 22 - A 47-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with a parked taxi on Avenue of the Americas. The cyclist struck the taxi’s right rear quarter panel while traveling north. He suffered abrasions to his face and was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on Avenue of the Americas collided with a parked taxi. The taxi was stationary when the cyclist struck its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, sustained facial abrasions and remained conscious. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and an 'Unspecified' factor as contributing causes. The taxi driver was licensed and parked at the time of impact. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi sustained damage to its right side doors, while the bicycle showed no damage. No ejection occurred.
22
E-Bike Rider Injured in Manhattan Collision▸Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
22
Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
-
After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
21
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 22 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on West 34 Street near 7 Avenue. The e-bike struck the right side of a pick-up truck. The rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The truck showed no damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 34 Street at 7:24 AM involving a pick-up truck and an e-bike. The 32-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his e-bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" as contributing factors. The e-bike struck the right side doors of the pick-up truck, which showed no damage. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash. The truck driver was licensed and traveling west, while the e-bike rider was unlicensed and traveling south. No helmet or signaling issues were noted as contributing factors.
22
Powers Urges Safety Boosting E-Bike Battery Buyback Program▸Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
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After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 22 - Four dead in Chinatown. Unsafe e-bike batteries sparked the blaze. Council Member Powers leads a bill to swap out dangerous batteries. Mayor Adams hesitates, citing costs. Delivery workers face risk. The Council demands action. Lives hang in the balance.
Intro 949, a City Council bill, seeks to buy back unsafe e-bike batteries and provide safe replacements at low or no cost. The bill, introduced by Council Member Keith Powers, has support from 33 Council members. It follows a deadly Chinatown fire on June 21, 2023, that killed four people. The bill is in committee, with Powers urging Mayor Adams and the FDNY to support it, stating, 'There is a clear consensus that a battery swap program will save lives.' Mayor Adams questioned the program's cost and called for federal, state, and Council funding. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh backed the need for safe batteries for delivery workers. The Council's push comes as battery fires rise, endangering workers and residents. The bill has broad coalition support, but City Hall has not fully committed.
- After Deadly Fire, Mayor Waffles on E-Bike Battery Buy Back Bill, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-22
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on West 57 Street▸Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.
Jun 21 - A sedan traveling south hit a 17-year-old bicyclist going west on West 57 Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted. The bike took damage on its right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on West 57 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling west. The 17-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center front end, while the bike was damaged on its right side doors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and injured but not fatally. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead at the time of impact.