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 10
▸ Crush Injuries 7
▸ Severe Bleeding 13
▸ Severe Lacerations 12
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 83
▸ Contusion/Bruise 161
▸ Abrasion 149
▸ Pain/Nausea 29
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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One rider, one corner, and a map of harm in Manhattan CB6
Manhattan CB6: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025
Just after 6 AM on Sep 10, 2025, a person on a bike was injured in a crash involving a parked SUV at 2 Ave and E 35 St. NYC Open Data
This Month
- Sep 5: an 81‑year‑old woman walking was injured mid‑block near E 57 St by an SUV. NYC Open Data
- Sep 4: a 38‑year‑old woman crossing with the signal at 1 Ave and E 34 St was injured by an SUV. NYC Open Data
The toll does not let up
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Manhattan CB6 there have been 4,596 crashes, leaving 12 people dead and 2,704 injured, including 38 with serious injuries. NYC Open Data
People walking and on bikes bear much of it: pedestrians account for 6 deaths and 613 injuries; people on bikes 4 deaths and 613 injuries. NYC Open Data
This year isn’t kinder. By this point last year, no one had been killed. This year, 4 people are dead. NYC Open Data
Corners that keep taking
Two corridors stand out in the record: FDR Drive and 1 Avenue show the most deaths in this district’s dataset. NYC Open Data
Police reports in these crashes cite driver inattention, disregarding signals, and failure to yield among the factors. These are choices that repeat, block by block. NYC Open Data
Heavy vehicles do damage here. A bus driver killed an 82‑year‑old man while making a left at 2 Ave and E 37 St on Apr 29, 2022. Another bus driver killed a 49‑year‑old man at 3 Ave and E 28 St on Jun 16, 2025. NYC Open Data
Simple fixes, right now
On 1st and 2nd, hardened left turns, daylighted corners, and leading walk signals can slow drivers and protect crossings. On FDR approaches, tighten turning radii and add physical separation where bikes and walkers cross slip lanes. For trucks and buses, enforce turning speeds and safer routing at problem junctions.
The people with the pen
This district’s Council Member, Keith Powers (District 4), backed the 34th Street busway revival, saying, “It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that.” AMNY
In Albany, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez (SD 59) co‑sponsored and voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act (S 4045); Sen. Liz Krueger (SD 28) also voted yes; and Assembly Member Harvey Epstein (AD 74) co‑sponsored the Assembly companion A 2299. These bills would require repeat dangerous drivers to use speed limiters. NYS Senate S4045 Open States S4045
The pattern is clear on these streets. The tools exist. Use them.
Take one step today. Ask city leaders to lower speeds and rein in repeat speeders: Take Action.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where is this?
▸ What changed this year?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- File S 4045, Open States / NYS Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- 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 Harvey Epstein
District 74
Council Member Keith Powers
District 4
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez
District 59
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB6 Manhattan Community Board 6 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 17, District 4, AD 74, SD 59.
It contains Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village, Gramercy, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, United Nations.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 6
25
Distracted SUV Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian on FDR Drive▸Sep 25 - A 79-year-old man walked with traffic on FDR Drive. An SUV struck him head-on. His head hit first. Blood pooled on the asphalt. The driver was distracted. The man died at the scene. The road stayed open. The danger remained.
A 79-year-old pedestrian was killed on FDR Drive when a 2015 Honda SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was walking along the highway with traffic when the SUV hit him. His head took the first impact, causing severe bleeding and death at the scene. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' Driver inattention/distraction is listed as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are cited in the data. The driver and another occupant in the SUV were not reported injured. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of driver distraction for vulnerable road users.
22
Two Taxis and Sedan Collide on East 42 Street▸Sep 22 - Three vehicles crashed on East 42 Street in Manhattan. Two taxis and a sedan collided head-on and rear-end. A 62-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and incoherence. The crash involved multiple vehicular factors and no ejections.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 42 Street involving two taxis and a sedan, all traveling north. The impact involved the right front bumper of the sedan, the left front bumper of one taxi, and the left rear bumper of the other taxi. A 62-year-old male driver was injured with head trauma and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Illness" and "Other Vehicular" issues, indicating driver-related errors but does not specify failure to yield or other common violations. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights complex vehicular interactions without fault assigned to any victim.
22
Keith Powers Supports Safety Boosting Protected Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 22 - Manhattan’s Community Board 8 voted 38-3 for protected crosstown bike lanes and a two-way bikeway around Central Park. The move follows a cyclist’s death on E. 85th. Advocates demanded action. The board, once resistant, now shifts toward safety for riders.
On September 22, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8 (CB8) voted 38-3 to request 'fully protected crosstown bike lanes approximately every 10 blocks between 60th and 110th streets on both sides of Central Park, and a two-way protected bikeway around Central Park.' The resolution had earlier cleared the Transportation Committee 12-2. The measure follows the killing of cyclist Carling Mott by a truck driver on E. 85th Street, where a bike lane had been rejected in 2016. Council Members Julie Menin and Keith Powers, along with Borough President Mark Levine, backed the push. Advocates, including Mott’s boyfriend and parents of student cyclists, spoke out for safety, condemning the board’s past inaction. Only one board member, Marco Tamayo, opposed the resolution. The vote marks a sharp turn for CB8, which had long resisted protected lanes, citing security fears and local opposition. Now, the board calls for comprehensive, protected infrastructure to shield vulnerable road users.
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Upper East Side Community Board Votes for Crosstown Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-22
20
Motorscooter Driver Injured on FDR Drive▸Sep 20 - A 20-year-old man riding a motorscooter on FDR Drive suffered a facial abrasion. The driver was conscious and not ejected. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorscooter driver was injured on FDR Drive. The driver sustained a facial abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle, a 2021 Zhejiang Jiajue motorscooter, was traveling south going straight ahead. No damage to the vehicle was recorded, and the driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The injury severity was classified as moderate, with the driver complaining of abrasion to the face.
19
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 19 - A taxi struck a 32-year-old man crossing 3 Avenue at East 23 Street. The pedestrian was semiconscious with head injuries and minor bleeding. The driver was distracted. The crash happened late at night in Manhattan.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on 3 Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at East 23 Street. The 32-year-old male pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. The driver, a licensed male, was going straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when struck.
18
80-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on East 59 Street▸Sep 18 - An 80-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 59 Street with the signal. She suffered a head injury and shock. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old woman, was also in shock. Confusion and error by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 59 Street while crossing with the signal. She sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 30-year-old woman operating a 2019 Jeep sedan traveling south, was also in shock but not injured. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the right front quarter panel. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver was licensed in Florida and the vehicle was previously parked. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian’s confusion was the primary factor in the crash.
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Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 29 Street▸Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
12
Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
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As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
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As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
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Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 25 - A 79-year-old man walked with traffic on FDR Drive. An SUV struck him head-on. His head hit first. Blood pooled on the asphalt. The driver was distracted. The man died at the scene. The road stayed open. The danger remained.
A 79-year-old pedestrian was killed on FDR Drive when a 2015 Honda SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man was walking along the highway with traffic when the SUV hit him. His head took the first impact, causing severe bleeding and death at the scene. The report states, 'The driver was distracted.' Driver inattention/distraction is listed as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are cited in the data. The driver and another occupant in the SUV were not reported injured. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of driver distraction for vulnerable road users.
22
Two Taxis and Sedan Collide on East 42 Street▸Sep 22 - Three vehicles crashed on East 42 Street in Manhattan. Two taxis and a sedan collided head-on and rear-end. A 62-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and incoherence. The crash involved multiple vehicular factors and no ejections.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 42 Street involving two taxis and a sedan, all traveling north. The impact involved the right front bumper of the sedan, the left front bumper of one taxi, and the left rear bumper of the other taxi. A 62-year-old male driver was injured with head trauma and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Illness" and "Other Vehicular" issues, indicating driver-related errors but does not specify failure to yield or other common violations. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights complex vehicular interactions without fault assigned to any victim.
22
Keith Powers Supports Safety Boosting Protected Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 22 - Manhattan’s Community Board 8 voted 38-3 for protected crosstown bike lanes and a two-way bikeway around Central Park. The move follows a cyclist’s death on E. 85th. Advocates demanded action. The board, once resistant, now shifts toward safety for riders.
On September 22, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8 (CB8) voted 38-3 to request 'fully protected crosstown bike lanes approximately every 10 blocks between 60th and 110th streets on both sides of Central Park, and a two-way protected bikeway around Central Park.' The resolution had earlier cleared the Transportation Committee 12-2. The measure follows the killing of cyclist Carling Mott by a truck driver on E. 85th Street, where a bike lane had been rejected in 2016. Council Members Julie Menin and Keith Powers, along with Borough President Mark Levine, backed the push. Advocates, including Mott’s boyfriend and parents of student cyclists, spoke out for safety, condemning the board’s past inaction. Only one board member, Marco Tamayo, opposed the resolution. The vote marks a sharp turn for CB8, which had long resisted protected lanes, citing security fears and local opposition. Now, the board calls for comprehensive, protected infrastructure to shield vulnerable road users.
-
Upper East Side Community Board Votes for Crosstown Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-22
20
Motorscooter Driver Injured on FDR Drive▸Sep 20 - A 20-year-old man riding a motorscooter on FDR Drive suffered a facial abrasion. The driver was conscious and not ejected. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorscooter driver was injured on FDR Drive. The driver sustained a facial abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle, a 2021 Zhejiang Jiajue motorscooter, was traveling south going straight ahead. No damage to the vehicle was recorded, and the driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The injury severity was classified as moderate, with the driver complaining of abrasion to the face.
19
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 19 - A taxi struck a 32-year-old man crossing 3 Avenue at East 23 Street. The pedestrian was semiconscious with head injuries and minor bleeding. The driver was distracted. The crash happened late at night in Manhattan.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on 3 Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at East 23 Street. The 32-year-old male pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. The driver, a licensed male, was going straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when struck.
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80-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on East 59 Street▸Sep 18 - An 80-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 59 Street with the signal. She suffered a head injury and shock. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old woman, was also in shock. Confusion and error by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 59 Street while crossing with the signal. She sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 30-year-old woman operating a 2019 Jeep sedan traveling south, was also in shock but not injured. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the right front quarter panel. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver was licensed in Florida and the vehicle was previously parked. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian’s confusion was the primary factor in the crash.
16
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 29 Street▸Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
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Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
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As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
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As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
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Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 22 - Three vehicles crashed on East 42 Street in Manhattan. Two taxis and a sedan collided head-on and rear-end. A 62-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and incoherence. The crash involved multiple vehicular factors and no ejections.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 42 Street involving two taxis and a sedan, all traveling north. The impact involved the right front bumper of the sedan, the left front bumper of one taxi, and the left rear bumper of the other taxi. A 62-year-old male driver was injured with head trauma and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as "Illness" and "Other Vehicular" issues, indicating driver-related errors but does not specify failure to yield or other common violations. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights complex vehicular interactions without fault assigned to any victim.
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Keith Powers Supports Safety Boosting Protected Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 22 - Manhattan’s Community Board 8 voted 38-3 for protected crosstown bike lanes and a two-way bikeway around Central Park. The move follows a cyclist’s death on E. 85th. Advocates demanded action. The board, once resistant, now shifts toward safety for riders.
On September 22, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8 (CB8) voted 38-3 to request 'fully protected crosstown bike lanes approximately every 10 blocks between 60th and 110th streets on both sides of Central Park, and a two-way protected bikeway around Central Park.' The resolution had earlier cleared the Transportation Committee 12-2. The measure follows the killing of cyclist Carling Mott by a truck driver on E. 85th Street, where a bike lane had been rejected in 2016. Council Members Julie Menin and Keith Powers, along with Borough President Mark Levine, backed the push. Advocates, including Mott’s boyfriend and parents of student cyclists, spoke out for safety, condemning the board’s past inaction. Only one board member, Marco Tamayo, opposed the resolution. The vote marks a sharp turn for CB8, which had long resisted protected lanes, citing security fears and local opposition. Now, the board calls for comprehensive, protected infrastructure to shield vulnerable road users.
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Upper East Side Community Board Votes for Crosstown Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-22
20
Motorscooter Driver Injured on FDR Drive▸Sep 20 - A 20-year-old man riding a motorscooter on FDR Drive suffered a facial abrasion. The driver was conscious and not ejected. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorscooter driver was injured on FDR Drive. The driver sustained a facial abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle, a 2021 Zhejiang Jiajue motorscooter, was traveling south going straight ahead. No damage to the vehicle was recorded, and the driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The injury severity was classified as moderate, with the driver complaining of abrasion to the face.
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Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 19 - A taxi struck a 32-year-old man crossing 3 Avenue at East 23 Street. The pedestrian was semiconscious with head injuries and minor bleeding. The driver was distracted. The crash happened late at night in Manhattan.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on 3 Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at East 23 Street. The 32-year-old male pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. The driver, a licensed male, was going straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when struck.
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80-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on East 59 Street▸Sep 18 - An 80-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 59 Street with the signal. She suffered a head injury and shock. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old woman, was also in shock. Confusion and error by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 59 Street while crossing with the signal. She sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 30-year-old woman operating a 2019 Jeep sedan traveling south, was also in shock but not injured. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the right front quarter panel. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver was licensed in Florida and the vehicle was previously parked. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian’s confusion was the primary factor in the crash.
16
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 29 Street▸Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
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Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
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Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 22 - Manhattan’s Community Board 8 voted 38-3 for protected crosstown bike lanes and a two-way bikeway around Central Park. The move follows a cyclist’s death on E. 85th. Advocates demanded action. The board, once resistant, now shifts toward safety for riders.
On September 22, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8 (CB8) voted 38-3 to request 'fully protected crosstown bike lanes approximately every 10 blocks between 60th and 110th streets on both sides of Central Park, and a two-way protected bikeway around Central Park.' The resolution had earlier cleared the Transportation Committee 12-2. The measure follows the killing of cyclist Carling Mott by a truck driver on E. 85th Street, where a bike lane had been rejected in 2016. Council Members Julie Menin and Keith Powers, along with Borough President Mark Levine, backed the push. Advocates, including Mott’s boyfriend and parents of student cyclists, spoke out for safety, condemning the board’s past inaction. Only one board member, Marco Tamayo, opposed the resolution. The vote marks a sharp turn for CB8, which had long resisted protected lanes, citing security fears and local opposition. Now, the board calls for comprehensive, protected infrastructure to shield vulnerable road users.
- Upper East Side Community Board Votes for Crosstown Bike Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-22
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Motorscooter Driver Injured on FDR Drive▸Sep 20 - A 20-year-old man riding a motorscooter on FDR Drive suffered a facial abrasion. The driver was conscious and not ejected. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorscooter driver was injured on FDR Drive. The driver sustained a facial abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle, a 2021 Zhejiang Jiajue motorscooter, was traveling south going straight ahead. No damage to the vehicle was recorded, and the driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The injury severity was classified as moderate, with the driver complaining of abrasion to the face.
19
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 19 - A taxi struck a 32-year-old man crossing 3 Avenue at East 23 Street. The pedestrian was semiconscious with head injuries and minor bleeding. The driver was distracted. The crash happened late at night in Manhattan.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on 3 Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at East 23 Street. The 32-year-old male pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. The driver, a licensed male, was going straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when struck.
18
80-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on East 59 Street▸Sep 18 - An 80-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 59 Street with the signal. She suffered a head injury and shock. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old woman, was also in shock. Confusion and error by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 59 Street while crossing with the signal. She sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 30-year-old woman operating a 2019 Jeep sedan traveling south, was also in shock but not injured. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the right front quarter panel. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver was licensed in Florida and the vehicle was previously parked. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian’s confusion was the primary factor in the crash.
16
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 29 Street▸Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
12
Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 20 - A 20-year-old man riding a motorscooter on FDR Drive suffered a facial abrasion. The driver was conscious and not ejected. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male motorscooter driver was injured on FDR Drive. The driver sustained a facial abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle, a 2021 Zhejiang Jiajue motorscooter, was traveling south going straight ahead. No damage to the vehicle was recorded, and the driver was licensed in New York. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The injury severity was classified as moderate, with the driver complaining of abrasion to the face.
19
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Sep 19 - A taxi struck a 32-year-old man crossing 3 Avenue at East 23 Street. The pedestrian was semiconscious with head injuries and minor bleeding. The driver was distracted. The crash happened late at night in Manhattan.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on 3 Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at East 23 Street. The 32-year-old male pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. The driver, a licensed male, was going straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when struck.
18
80-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on East 59 Street▸Sep 18 - An 80-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 59 Street with the signal. She suffered a head injury and shock. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old woman, was also in shock. Confusion and error by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 59 Street while crossing with the signal. She sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 30-year-old woman operating a 2019 Jeep sedan traveling south, was also in shock but not injured. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the right front quarter panel. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver was licensed in Florida and the vehicle was previously parked. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian’s confusion was the primary factor in the crash.
16
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 29 Street▸Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
12
Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 19 - A taxi struck a 32-year-old man crossing 3 Avenue at East 23 Street. The pedestrian was semiconscious with head injuries and minor bleeding. The driver was distracted. The crash happened late at night in Manhattan.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on 3 Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at East 23 Street. The 32-year-old male pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. The driver, a licensed male, was going straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when struck.
18
80-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on East 59 Street▸Sep 18 - An 80-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 59 Street with the signal. She suffered a head injury and shock. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old woman, was also in shock. Confusion and error by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 59 Street while crossing with the signal. She sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 30-year-old woman operating a 2019 Jeep sedan traveling south, was also in shock but not injured. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the right front quarter panel. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver was licensed in Florida and the vehicle was previously parked. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian’s confusion was the primary factor in the crash.
16
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 29 Street▸Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
12
Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 18 - An 80-year-old woman was struck while crossing East 59 Street with the signal. She suffered a head injury and shock. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old woman, was also in shock. Confusion and error by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East 59 Street while crossing with the signal. She sustained a head injury and was in shock. The driver, a 30-year-old woman operating a 2019 Jeep sedan traveling south, was also in shock but not injured. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the right front quarter panel. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor for both the pedestrian and the driver. The driver was licensed in Florida and the vehicle was previously parked. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian’s confusion was the primary factor in the crash.
16
Bus Strikes Bicyclist on East 29 Street▸Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
12
Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 16 - A bus parked on East 29 Street hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a bus parked on East 29 Street collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and stationary before the crash. The contributing factor listed was driver inattention or distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bus and the center front end of the bicycle. No other contributing factors were specified.
15
Two Bicyclists Collide on East 18 Street▸Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
12
Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 15 - Two men on bikes crashed on East 18 Street. One was turning left, the other rode straight. The collision hit the left side doors and front ends. A 31-year-old rider suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Confusion caused the crash.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided on East 18 Street. One bicyclist was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors and center front ends of the bikes. A 31-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The injured bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was reported. The crash involved only the two bicyclists and resulted in moderate injury.
12
Keith Powers Urges Safety Boosting Crosstown Bike Lanes▸Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
-
Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 12 - Manhattan Community Board 8 voted 12-2 for protected crosstown bike lanes after a truck killed cyclist Carling Mott on E. 85th Street. The board demanded urgent action from DOT. Local councilmembers joined the call. The city now faces pressure to act.
On September 7, 2022, Manhattan Community Board 8's Transportation Committee passed a resolution by a 12-2 vote urging the Department of Transportation to install protected bike lanes on every 10 cross streets along Central Park and a two-way protected lane around the park. The resolution followed the death of 28-year-old cyclist Carling Mott, killed by a truck driver on E. 85th Street. The matter, described as a push to 'bring safe bike routes to the neighborhood,' saw support from councilmembers Keith Powers and Julie Menin, who called on DOT to revisit the 85th Street lane and improve safety infrastructure. Advocates and residents backed the plan, demanding action to prevent more deaths. DOT is reviewing the location for possible upgrades. The board's vote renews a fight stalled since 2016 by political opposition.
- Upper East Side Panel Supports Crosstown Bike Lanes — Again, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-12
11
Bicyclist Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 11 - A bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street hit a 44-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Unsafe speed by the cyclist caused the crash.
According to the police report, a male bicyclist traveling south on East 58 Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and did not have any safety equipment listed. The crash highlights the dangers posed by bicyclists traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with pedestrians.
9
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on 26th▸Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 9 - SUV turned left on East 26th. Cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. Young man’s knee and leg broke. Driver failed to yield. Blood on Manhattan concrete.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 26 Street near 2 Avenue and struck him. The cyclist was traveling straight eastbound. The SUV hit the cyclist with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, attributed to the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as noted in the report.
7
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal Manhattan▸Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 7 - A 51-year-old woman was hit while crossing East 53 Street against the signal. The driver, heading north in a 2021 Ford truck, struck her with the left front bumper. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 53 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She was crossing against the signal when a northbound 2021 Ford truck struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No vehicle damage was noted. The report lists no driver contributing factors, but the pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were mentioned.
7
Keith Powers Criticizes Delay of Safety-Boosting Stop-Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 7 - City Hall stalls on a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Children walk past risk. Council Member Keith Powers urges action. Advocates press for automated enforcement. The mayor keeps the tool unused.
On September 7, 2022, the Adams administration declined to implement a City Council-approved program allowing cameras on school bus stop arms to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. The bill, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers (District 4), aimed to protect children near schools. The matter summary states the law was 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Powers urged the mayor and DOT to act. Despite evidence from other cities and strong support from advocates like StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives, City Hall cited a lack of recent deaths and continued to evaluate the program. The Council bill permitted, but did not require, the enforcement program. Advocates argue the city is missing a proven tool to hold reckless drivers accountable and keep children safe.
- As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-09-07
7
Powers Urges Mayor to Implement Safety Boosting Stop Arm Cameras▸Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
-
As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 7 - Mayor Adams shelved a council-approved plan for school bus stop-arm cameras. The law lets the city catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Streets near schools stay dangerous. Advocates push for action. City Hall stalls. Children remain exposed.
Bill number not specified. The City Council passed a law allowing a school bus stop-arm camera program. The measure, sponsored by then-Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez and co-sponsored by Keith Powers, empowers the city to install cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. On September 7, 2022, Mayor Adams’s administration chose not to implement the program, citing ongoing evaluation and a lack of recent deaths from such incidents. Council Member Powers urged the mayor and DOT to use this tool, calling it 'an innovative way to further our goal of promoting street safety.' Activists from StreetsPAC and Transportation Alternatives criticized the delay, noting that streets near schools are especially dangerous for children, particularly in Black and brown neighborhoods. Evidence from other cities shows stop-arm cameras catch hundreds of violations quickly. The law leaves the program to mayoral discretion. City Hall supports speed cameras but has not acted on stop-arm enforcement.
- As School Returns, Mayor Adams Keeps a Street Safety Tool in the Drawer, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on 1st Avenue▸Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
1
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
1
Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
-
Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
31
SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
30
Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
29
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 2 - A northbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked station wagon on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The station wagon’s 72-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV was parked when it was hit on the right rear quarter panel by a northbound 2013 SUV traveling straight ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the station wagon was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. She was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the moving SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan Left-Turn Crash▸Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
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Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
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Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
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SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 1 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue. The rider suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved a left turn and impact to the bike’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike on East 22 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions over his entire body. The crash occurred as the bicyclist was making a left turn and the point of impact was the bike’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.
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Epstein Supports Legalizing Basement Apartments for Tenant Safety▸Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
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Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,
nydailynews.com,
Published 2022-09-01
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SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Sep 1 - Senator Brian Kavanagh calls out city and state leaders for failing basement tenants. He slams piecemeal fixes and urges full legalization and safety upgrades. Storms kill. Inaction kills. Kavanagh says: bring these homes into the light, or more will die.
On September 1, 2022, Senator Brian Kavanagh (District 27) published an editorial demanding urgent action to legalize and regulate basement apartments. The piece, titled 'Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps,' criticizes government inaction after deadly floods from Hurricane Ida and Sandy. Kavanagh, a sponsor of recent state legislation, writes: 'New York City needs to immediately move to legalize and regulate basement apartments to ensure the safety of their tens of thousands of tenants.' He condemns defunded pilot programs and failed bills, calling for a full-scale mobilization to prevent more deaths. Kavanagh’s editorial highlights the deadly consequences of neglect and urges leaders to prioritize safety for vulnerable tenants living in basement units.
- Basement apartments shouldn’t be death traps, nydailynews.com, Published 2022-09-01
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SUV Turning Left Hits E-Scooter Rider▸Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Aug 31 - An SUV made a left turn on 2 Avenue and struck a 40-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV showed no damage. The rider remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV was making a left turn on 2 Avenue when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 40-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Oversized Vehicle" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV's size played a role in the crash. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southeast, while the e-scooter rider was heading south. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. The e-scooter rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Bicyclist Ejected in Manhattan SUV Crash▸Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Aug 30 - A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion after colliding with an SUV on East 35 Street. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling north. The bicyclist wore a helmet but was injured seriously. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a northbound SUV on East 35 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver from New Jersey, showed no damage and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was also traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors by the SUV operator were noted. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the injury severity was high. The impact point was the left rear quarter panel of the SUV.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Manhattan Intersection▸Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.
Aug 29 - A 59-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2003 Jeep SUV making a left turn on 2 Avenue in Manhattan struck her at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in busy city intersections.