Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Manhattan CB10?
Harlem Bleeds While City Sleeps: Demand Safety Now
Manhattan CB10: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 10, 2025
The Toll in Harlem: Lives Lost, Families Broken
A child, age three, was crossing Lenox Avenue with her mother. The light was with them. An SUV turned left. The girl died in the street. Her mother was scraped and bruised but lived. This was July 11, 2024. The driver kept his license. The city kept its silence.
In the last twelve months, two people died and ten more suffered serious injuries on the streets of Manhattan CB10. Three hundred ninety-nine were hurt. The numbers pile up, but the pain is sharp. A cyclist crushed by a bus on Lenox and 138th. A man on a motorcycle, helmet on, ejected and killed at 116th and 8th. A pedestrian struck crossing with the signal. The city calls them accidents. They are not accidents. They are the cost of inaction.
Who Pays the Price?
Children, elders, cyclists, and walkers pay first. In the last year, a child died. An elder was left with broken bones. Cyclists and pedestrians are hit again and again. Cars and SUVs did most of the damage—one death, 192 minor injuries, 86 moderate, 6 serious. Trucks and buses left 31 more hurt. Bikes and mopeds added to the toll, but the weight of steel does the killing.
What Has Been Done? What Has Been Delayed?
Council Member Yusef Salaam voted to legalize jaywalking, ending a law that punished the desperate and the poor. He co-sponsored bills for more protected bike lanes, speed humps, and crash investigations. He voted yes on a law letting pedestrians cross anywhere, stripping away a tool used to blame the dead. But the city still moves slow. “It required some extrication, meaning they had to use some equipment to free the patient,” said FDNY Deputy Chief Jason Saffon after a bus crash. The tools come out after the blood is on the street.
The Next Step: Demand Action
This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes, not paint. Demand action before another child dies. The city will not move unless you push.
Do not wait for the next siren.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Unicyclist Critically Hurt In Park Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739974 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-10
- Bus Crash Shuts Down Port Authority, ABC7, Published 2025-07-02
- Car Fire Halts Lincoln Tunnel Traffic, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
- Woman Killed By Train At Union Square, New York Post, Published 2025-07-03
- Two Killed By Trains In Manhattan, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
Other Representatives
District 70
163 W. 125th St. Suite 911, New York, NY 10027
Room 532, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 9
163 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY 10026
212-678-4505
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7397
District 30
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building 163 W. 125th St., Suite 912, New York, NY 10027
Room 905, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB10 Manhattan Community Board 10 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 32, District 9, AD 70, SD 30.
It contains Harlem (South), Harlem (North).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 10
2SUV Fails to Yield, Hits Sedan in Manhattan▸An SUV pulling out of parking struck a sedan going west on West 135th Street. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The SUV’s left front quarter panel hit the sedan’s right front bumper. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Ford SUV was starting from parking and collided with a 2011 Ford sedan traveling west on West 135th Street in Manhattan. The SUV struck the sedan with its left front quarter panel, impacting the sedan’s right front bumper. Both drivers, men aged 29 and 46, were injured and experienced shock. The 29-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries to his entire body, while the 46-year-old sedan driver sustained back injuries. Both were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸A male driver slammed into a stopped sedan on Harlem River Drive. The woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans traveled north on Harlem River Drive when a male driver rear-ended a female driver who was stopped in traffic. The woman, age 45, suffered neck pain and whiplash. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The male driver's BMW struck the center rear of the woman's Honda. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No ejections occurred. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted drivers and those who follow too closely.
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
Motorbike Slams BMW at West 134th, Rider Ejected▸A Yamaha hit a BMW head-on in the dark on West 134th. The biker flew off, face torn, blood pooling. No helmet. Speed and broken lights led the way. The BMW driver was unhurt. The street stayed silent.
A Yamaha motorbike struck a BMW sedan head-on at West 134th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The 31-year-old male biker was ejected and suffered severe facial injuries, with blood pooling at the scene. According to the police report, 'Speed and broken lights led the way.' The BMW driver, a 36-year-old woman, was not injured. The crash report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The biker was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The impact was violent and left the rider in shock, eyes staring blankly. No pedestrians were involved.
SUV Hits E-Scooter Rider on Lenox Avenue▸An SUV struck an e-scooter rider traveling north on Lenox Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. The driver was distracted. The collision damaged the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the scooter’s front end.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after being hit by a 2019 SUV traveling west on Lenox Avenue. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained back contusions and bruises. The SUV struck the scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not noted to have any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.
S 5602CLEARE co-sponsors bill extending school zone speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
An SUV pulling out of parking struck a sedan going west on West 135th Street. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The SUV’s left front quarter panel hit the sedan’s right front bumper. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2015 Ford SUV was starting from parking and collided with a 2011 Ford sedan traveling west on West 135th Street in Manhattan. The SUV struck the sedan with its left front quarter panel, impacting the sedan’s right front bumper. Both drivers, men aged 29 and 46, were injured and experienced shock. The 29-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries to his entire body, while the 46-year-old sedan driver sustained back injuries. Both were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸A male driver slammed into a stopped sedan on Harlem River Drive. The woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans traveled north on Harlem River Drive when a male driver rear-ended a female driver who was stopped in traffic. The woman, age 45, suffered neck pain and whiplash. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The male driver's BMW struck the center rear of the woman's Honda. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No ejections occurred. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted drivers and those who follow too closely.
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
Motorbike Slams BMW at West 134th, Rider Ejected▸A Yamaha hit a BMW head-on in the dark on West 134th. The biker flew off, face torn, blood pooling. No helmet. Speed and broken lights led the way. The BMW driver was unhurt. The street stayed silent.
A Yamaha motorbike struck a BMW sedan head-on at West 134th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The 31-year-old male biker was ejected and suffered severe facial injuries, with blood pooling at the scene. According to the police report, 'Speed and broken lights led the way.' The BMW driver, a 36-year-old woman, was not injured. The crash report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The biker was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The impact was violent and left the rider in shock, eyes staring blankly. No pedestrians were involved.
SUV Hits E-Scooter Rider on Lenox Avenue▸An SUV struck an e-scooter rider traveling north on Lenox Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. The driver was distracted. The collision damaged the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the scooter’s front end.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after being hit by a 2019 SUV traveling west on Lenox Avenue. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained back contusions and bruises. The SUV struck the scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not noted to have any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.
S 5602CLEARE co-sponsors bill extending school zone speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A male driver slammed into a stopped sedan on Harlem River Drive. The woman behind the wheel suffered neck injuries. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Pain followed.
According to the police report, two sedans traveled north on Harlem River Drive when a male driver rear-ended a female driver who was stopped in traffic. The woman, age 45, suffered neck pain and whiplash. Police list "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The male driver's BMW struck the center rear of the woman's Honda. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No ejections occurred. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted drivers and those who follow too closely.
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
Motorbike Slams BMW at West 134th, Rider Ejected▸A Yamaha hit a BMW head-on in the dark on West 134th. The biker flew off, face torn, blood pooling. No helmet. Speed and broken lights led the way. The BMW driver was unhurt. The street stayed silent.
A Yamaha motorbike struck a BMW sedan head-on at West 134th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The 31-year-old male biker was ejected and suffered severe facial injuries, with blood pooling at the scene. According to the police report, 'Speed and broken lights led the way.' The BMW driver, a 36-year-old woman, was not injured. The crash report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The biker was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The impact was violent and left the rider in shock, eyes staring blankly. No pedestrians were involved.
SUV Hits E-Scooter Rider on Lenox Avenue▸An SUV struck an e-scooter rider traveling north on Lenox Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. The driver was distracted. The collision damaged the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the scooter’s front end.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after being hit by a 2019 SUV traveling west on Lenox Avenue. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained back contusions and bruises. The SUV struck the scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not noted to have any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.
S 5602CLEARE co-sponsors bill extending school zone speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
Motorbike Slams BMW at West 134th, Rider Ejected▸A Yamaha hit a BMW head-on in the dark on West 134th. The biker flew off, face torn, blood pooling. No helmet. Speed and broken lights led the way. The BMW driver was unhurt. The street stayed silent.
A Yamaha motorbike struck a BMW sedan head-on at West 134th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The 31-year-old male biker was ejected and suffered severe facial injuries, with blood pooling at the scene. According to the police report, 'Speed and broken lights led the way.' The BMW driver, a 36-year-old woman, was not injured. The crash report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The biker was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The impact was violent and left the rider in shock, eyes staring blankly. No pedestrians were involved.
SUV Hits E-Scooter Rider on Lenox Avenue▸An SUV struck an e-scooter rider traveling north on Lenox Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. The driver was distracted. The collision damaged the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the scooter’s front end.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after being hit by a 2019 SUV traveling west on Lenox Avenue. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained back contusions and bruises. The SUV struck the scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not noted to have any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.
S 5602CLEARE co-sponsors bill extending school zone speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-31
Motorbike Slams BMW at West 134th, Rider Ejected▸A Yamaha hit a BMW head-on in the dark on West 134th. The biker flew off, face torn, blood pooling. No helmet. Speed and broken lights led the way. The BMW driver was unhurt. The street stayed silent.
A Yamaha motorbike struck a BMW sedan head-on at West 134th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The 31-year-old male biker was ejected and suffered severe facial injuries, with blood pooling at the scene. According to the police report, 'Speed and broken lights led the way.' The BMW driver, a 36-year-old woman, was not injured. The crash report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The biker was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The impact was violent and left the rider in shock, eyes staring blankly. No pedestrians were involved.
SUV Hits E-Scooter Rider on Lenox Avenue▸An SUV struck an e-scooter rider traveling north on Lenox Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. The driver was distracted. The collision damaged the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the scooter’s front end.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after being hit by a 2019 SUV traveling west on Lenox Avenue. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained back contusions and bruises. The SUV struck the scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not noted to have any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.
S 5602CLEARE co-sponsors bill extending school zone speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A Yamaha hit a BMW head-on in the dark on West 134th. The biker flew off, face torn, blood pooling. No helmet. Speed and broken lights led the way. The BMW driver was unhurt. The street stayed silent.
A Yamaha motorbike struck a BMW sedan head-on at West 134th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. The 31-year-old male biker was ejected and suffered severe facial injuries, with blood pooling at the scene. According to the police report, 'Speed and broken lights led the way.' The BMW driver, a 36-year-old woman, was not injured. The crash report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The biker was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The impact was violent and left the rider in shock, eyes staring blankly. No pedestrians were involved.
SUV Hits E-Scooter Rider on Lenox Avenue▸An SUV struck an e-scooter rider traveling north on Lenox Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. The driver was distracted. The collision damaged the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the scooter’s front end.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after being hit by a 2019 SUV traveling west on Lenox Avenue. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained back contusions and bruises. The SUV struck the scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not noted to have any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.
S 5602CLEARE co-sponsors bill extending school zone speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
An SUV struck an e-scooter rider traveling north on Lenox Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and bruises. The driver was distracted. The collision damaged the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the scooter’s front end.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured after being hit by a 2019 SUV traveling west on Lenox Avenue. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained back contusions and bruises. The SUV struck the scooter on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to both vehicles. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not noted to have any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.
S 5602CLEARE co-sponsors bill extending school zone speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Cleare votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Cleare votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
Two Sedans Crash on West 142 Street▸Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and other vehicular factors. Impact struck both cars’ left front bumpers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 142 Street. A 52-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining hip and upper leg trauma. The crash involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southwest-bound sedan making a left turn. Both vehicles were hit at the left front bumper. Police listed failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors but does not assign blame to the injured occupant.
Pedestrian Injured on 8th Avenue Manhattan▸A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A woman was struck on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash left her in shock. Details on the vehicle and driver remain unspecified. No driver errors were recorded.
According to the police report, a female pedestrian was injured in a crash on 8th Avenue in Manhattan. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, with no details on type, driver, or pre-crash actions. The pedestrian was not assigned any contributing factors. The report does not indicate helmet use or signaling issues. The incident highlights a pedestrian injury with limited information on the vehicle or driver conduct.
Sedan Slams Parked SUV, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A sedan struck a parked SUV on West 117th. The crash bruised a 22-year-old woman riding in the back seat. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. The parked SUV was empty.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan heading west on West 117th Street hit a parked 1997 SUV. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's right rear. A 22-year-old woman in the sedan's rear seat suffered a shoulder and upper arm bruise. She remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV was unoccupied at the time. No ejections occurred.
SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrian in Harlem▸A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A Lincoln SUV reversed on West 137th. The bumper struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. His face split open. Blood pooled on the street. The driver did not see him. The SUV showed no damage. The man stayed conscious.
A Lincoln SUV backed west on West 137th Street in Harlem and struck a 69-year-old man crossing mid-block. According to the police report, 'The bumper caught his face. Skin tore. Blood on concrete. He stayed awake. The driver, eyes elsewhere, saw nothing.' The pedestrian suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, showed no visible damage. No driver or passenger injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive reversing vehicles to people on foot.
S 1078Cleare votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
5SUV and Ambulance Collide on West 135 Street▸An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
An SUV struck an ambulance on West 135 Street. Both vehicles traveled straight before impact. Five occupants suffered contusions and bruises. Injuries ranged from face to back and lower leg. Drivers and passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2020 ambulance collided on West 135 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV impacted the ambulance's right side doors with its center front end. Five occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 24 to 33. Injuries included contusions and bruises to the face, chest, back, and lower leg. All injured parties remained conscious and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left on West 145 Street▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of an SUV making a left turn on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The motorcycle driver and passenger, both wearing helmets, suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and driver inattention contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on West 145 Street collided with an SUV making a left turn south onto Lenox Avenue. The motorcycle driver and a passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries despite wearing helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Additionally, the motorcycle driver was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV driver was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.
Distracted U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
Two sedans collided on West 155 Street. One driver turned while distracted. A 60-year-old woman suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Both cars took front-end damage. She stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on West 155 Street. One driver attempted a U-turn while inattentive and distracted, causing the collision. The other sedan was traveling straight. The impact struck the right front bumper of the turning car and the center front end of the other. A 60-year-old female passenger suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper turning as contributing factors. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A 40-year-old man was hit by a southbound taxi on 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The impact was at the taxi’s center front end. The victim was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 7th Avenue struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian’s contributing factors were unspecified. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or signals involved.
SUV Turns Left, Injures 23-Year-Old Bicyclist▸A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.
A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured on West 127th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV made a left turn. The bike struck the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury.
According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south went straight ahead when a female driver in a 2006 Honda SUV made a left turn westbound on 7th Avenue near West 127th Street. The bike struck the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. There were no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. The SUV showed no damage. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers cyclists face when vehicles turn across their path.