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Apr 1 - SUV struck a woman on West 175th. Driver inattention listed. Pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.

A station wagon SUV hit a 37-year-old woman on West 175th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection when she was struck. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with a contusion noted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The SUV was traveling west and showed no damage. No driver injuries were reported. The crash highlights the persistent risk faced by pedestrians in city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804403 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 1 - After a crash killed a mother and two daughters in Gravesend, advocates and Council Member Shahana Hanif rallied for the Stop Super Speeders bill. The law would force repeat reckless drivers to use speed-limiting tech. Survivors demand action. Lawmakers promise change.

On April 1, 2025, Council Member Shahana Hanif joined a rally at Brooklyn Borough Hall demanding passage of the Stop Super Speeders bill. The bill, sponsored in Albany by State Sen. Andrew Gounardes and Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, would require drivers with repeated violations to install intelligent speed assistance (ISA) devices. These devices cap speed at 5 mph over the limit for those with 11 or more license points in 24 months or six camera tickets in a year. The rally followed a fatal Gravesend crash that killed a mother and her two daughters. Hanif and other lawmakers called current enforcement—ticketing, suspensions, fines, jail—ineffective. Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon said, 'The speed limiter technology is available to us. Let’s use it. It will save lives.' The bill is modeled on EU and Virginia laws. Some opposition remains, but supporters say the measure is urgent and practical.

• ‘Enough is enough’: Street safety advocates demand passage of ‘Stop Super Speeders’ bill after tragic Gravesend crash, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2025-04-01

Mar 31 - A 36-year-old man on a new motorcycle crashed head-on on Harlem River Drive exit. He was ejected, sustaining abrasions and injuries across his entire body. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Harlem River Drive Exit 24 northbound at 1:26 a.m. A 36-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected from his vehicle after a head-on collision, suffering abrasions and injuries across his entire body. The motorcycle sustained damage to its center front end. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The rider was conscious but hurt, with emergency sirens responding to the scene. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. The report highlights the role of alcohol impairment in the crash, emphasizing driver error without attributing fault to the victim.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805097 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - Cuomo backs e-bike registration. Critics say it targets families, seniors, and delivery workers. DOT calls it costly, unproven. Advocates demand safer streets, not new hurdles. Motor vehicles, not e-bikes, remain the real threat. The fight over who belongs on city roads rages on.

On March 27, 2025, mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo supported a Republican-backed proposal to require registration and license plates for all e-bikes in New York City. The plan, not yet introduced as a formal bill, would cost $20 million, according to the Department of Transportation. The proposal has drawn sharp criticism from e-bike users, advocates, and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. The matter centers on Cuomo's claim that registration will address 'chaos and promote safety.' Critics, including Queens cycling advocate Jim Burke and safe streets organizer Noel Hidalgo, argue the measure 'demonizes' e-bike users and ignores the real danger: reckless driving by motorists. Advocates say the plan would harm families, seniors, and delivery workers who rely on e-bikes, especially in transit deserts. They urge lawmakers to focus on street design and car enforcement, not new restrictions. The proposal has not advanced to committee or vote.

• Candidate Cuomo’s E-Bike Restrictions ‘Demonize’ Those Who Need Them, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-03-27

Mar 24 - An SUV executing an improper U-turn struck two sedans traveling north on Sherman Avenue in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered chest and head contusions. The SUV’s center front end and one sedan’s right front bumper bore the brunt of the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sherman Avenue in Manhattan at 2:30 PM. A 2021 Nissan SUV was making a U-turn when it collided with two sedans traveling straight northbound. The report cites "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The SUV sustained center front end damage, while one sedan suffered right front bumper damage. Both sedan drivers, ages 31 and 61, were injured with contusions to the head and chest respectively. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the sedans or their drivers. This collision highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801551 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 24 - A sedan turned left and struck two people crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. Both suffered serious injuries. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The street ran red with shock and pain.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Fort Washington Avenue made a left turn and struck two pedestrians in the crosswalk. The victims, a 67-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman, were crossing with the signal. Both suffered serious injuries: head trauma for the man, hip and upper leg injuries for the woman. Both were in shock and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end was damaged at impact. No actions by the pedestrians contributed to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801559 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 24 - Council Transportation Chair Brooks-Powers wants the Beach 20th Street protected bike lane gone. She blames illegal parking, not enforcement. Cyclists lose space. The city risks more danger. DOT says it will look at hardening the lane and boosting enforcement.

On March 24, 2025, Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers, chair of the Transportation Committee, called for the removal of the protected bike lane on Beach 20th Street in Arverne, Queens. At a community meeting, Brooks-Powers said, "We’ve been trying to get [the bike lane] removed for three years. It wasn’t supported by the community. ... In effect it’s not a bike lane quite honestly; no one uses it, they [drivers] park there. We would like to see the hard infrastructure removed." Instead of demanding enforcement against illegal parking, she wants the lane ripped out, returning the street to a more dangerous state for cyclists and pedestrians. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez replied that building safe bike lanes requires support from local leaders. DOT spokesperson Will Livingston said the agency remains committed to safety and will explore hardening the lane and increasing enforcement.

• Council Transportation Chair Asks DOT To Rip Up a Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-03-24

Mar 21 - A 23-year-old woman riding north crashed on Harlem River Drive. She was partially ejected. Her knee and lower leg fractured. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. The impact struck the motorcycle’s right front.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old female motorcyclist was traveling north on Harlem River Drive when she crashed at 7:00 PM. She was partially ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle’s right front bumper took the impact. The report lists “Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle” as the main contributing factor, pointing to a driver error in response to traffic. The rider was licensed and conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800780 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 21 - A westbound sedan plowed into cars halted on W 207 St. Alcohol and speed drove the crash. Two men inside the sedan were hurt. Metal twisted. Faces bruised. Necks snapped back. The street bore the scars.

According to the police report, a 2023 Chevrolet sedan heading west on W 207 St in Manhattan struck several vehicles stopped in traffic, including a 2019 Hyundai, a 2021 Toyota, and a 2018 Ford pick-up. The Chevrolet's front end and the Hyundai's left side were damaged. The crash happened at 12:22 a.m. Two men in the Chevrolet were injured: the 36-year-old driver suffered whiplash, and the 43-year-old front passenger had facial contusions. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as driver errors. No victim actions were cited as contributing factors. The crash left a chain of battered vehicles and injured occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801309 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 20 - A 23-year-old man suffered head injuries after an SUV struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred, leaving him semiconscious.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 179 St and Broadway in Manhattan around 6 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Ford SUV, traveling westbound, struck him. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious with complaints of pain or nausea. The SUV showed no damage upon impact. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights critical driver errors, specifically failure to yield and distraction, as the cause of the pedestrian's serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801402 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 19 - Dumbo’s speed limit drops to 20 mph. Brooklyn’s first Regional Slow Zone targets crowded streets. Ten severe injuries and one death in five years haunt the area. Council Member Restler and DOT push for slower traffic. Lives hang in the balance.

On March 19, 2025, Council Member Lincoln Restler announced the lowering of Dumbo’s speed limit to 20 mph, making it Brooklyn’s first Regional Slow Zone. The measure follows the passage of Sammy’s Law, which lets the city set its own speed limits. The Department of Transportation cited ten severe injuries and one death in Dumbo over five years. The new zone covers streets packed with pedestrians, from Furman to Navy and Hudson, and John to Sands and the BQE. Restler said, 'Data has shown that a one mile per hour increase in speed results in a nearly three percent increase in mortality.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez added, 'Lowering vehicle speed limits by even a few miles per hour could be the difference between life or death in a traffic crash.' The change will take effect after a public comment period. Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso called for more slow zones in high-crash neighborhoods. The city plans to expand 20 mph limits to over 250 locations by the end of 2025.

• Speed limit in Dumbo to be lowered to 20 mph as nabe becomes Brooklyn’s first ‘Regional Slow Zone’, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2025-03-19

Mar 18 - A 2023 Chevrolet SUV made an improper left turn on West 207th Street in Manhattan. The driver and front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite failure to yield and improper turning as contributing factors to the crash.

According to the police report, a 2023 Chevrolet SUV traveling west on West 207th Street in Manhattan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The driver, a 30-year-old male, and the front passenger, a 38-year-old male, were both injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected from the vehicle. The report explicitly lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The impact was to the vehicle's left front bumper. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The data highlights driver errors as the primary cause of the crash, with no victim behaviors cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803627 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 17 - A 36-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan made a left turn and passed too closely while she crossed with the signal. Driver inattention and distraction contributed to the collision, leaving the pedestrian in shock.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Fort Washington Avenue made a left turn at W 178 Street around 6:00 AM in Manhattan. The vehicle passed too closely to a 36-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites driver errors including "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not identified as a contributing factor. No other vehicle occupants were involved. This crash highlights the dangers posed by inattentive drivers failing to maintain safe passing distances in intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801167 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 13 - Two occupants suffered serious injuries when a sedan struck the rear of another sedan on Broadway in Manhattan. The driver’s failure to maintain safe distance caused the collision. Both victims experienced shock and head or back injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 204 St in Manhattan at 6:30 pm. A 58-year-old female driver, licensed in New York, was cited for 'Following Too Closely,' which led her sedan to collide with the rear of another sedan traveling northbound. The impact caused injuries to both vehicle occupants: a 23-year-old male front passenger sustained head injuries, and the driver suffered back injuries. Both victims were not ejected but experienced shock. The report highlights the driver error of failing to maintain a safe following distance as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800572 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 13 - City will let mopeds use Brooklyn and Queensboro bridge roadways. Mopeds banned from bike lanes. Cyclists and pedestrians get relief. DOT will not lower speed limits. Mopeds must be registered. Advocates want safer roads. Public hearing set for April 14.

On March 13, 2025, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a new policy permitting mopeds on the Brooklyn Bridge and the lower roadway of the Queensboro Bridge. The policy aims to move mopeds out of bike lanes and onto motor vehicle lanes, addressing hazardous mixing of modes. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, “This proposed rule change is about expanding safe, practical options for moped users.” The change responds to rising moped use, especially among delivery workers, and ongoing conflicts with cyclists and pedestrians. Advocates like Jon Orcutt of Bike New York support removing mopeds from bikeways but urge DOT to do more for moped safety. The DOT will not lower speed limits as part of the policy. Mopeds remain banned from the Queensboro’s upper roadway. A public hearing is scheduled for April 14. The city recorded 1,496 injury-causing moped crashes in 2024, with only one on an East River Bridge.

• EXCLUSIVE: City Will Let Mopeds Use Queensboro and Brooklyn Bridge Roadways, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-03-13

Mar 12 - Dozens gathered in Midtown. They demanded e-bike registration and license plates. Priscilla’s Law, named for a pedestrian killed by an e-bike, drove the call. Council Member Holden and Assembly Member Rajkumar led. Advocates want accountability. They say e-bike chaos endangers walkers and cyclists.

On March 12, 2025, Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30) joined Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar and advocates in Midtown to rally for Priscilla’s Law (A339). The bill would require all e-bikes to have license plates and be registered with the DMV or DOT. The rally, held near Governor Hochul’s office, drew support from the NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance. The matter title: 'New Yorkers rally in Midtown to combat “lawless” e-bike riding in NYC.' Holden supports both city and state versions, stating, 'We need the state DMV to issue license plates for e-bikes.' Rajkumar declared, 'We will usher in a new era free of e-bikes blasting through red lights.' The bill is named for Priscilla Loke, killed by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates say e-bike collisions often end in hit-and-runs. They demand rules and consequences to protect pedestrians and cyclists.

• New Yorkers rally in Midtown to combat “lawless” e-bike riding in NYC, amny.com, Published 2025-03-12

Mar 7 - Two SUVs slammed together on 10 Ave. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Both drivers suffered head wounds and shock. Pain and nausea followed. Airbags burst. Lap belts held. Manhattan street turned violent.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided at 3:15 AM on 10 Ave near W 206 St in Manhattan. One SUV was making a left turn southeast, the other heading north. Police cited aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both drivers suffered head injuries and shock, with complaints of pain and nausea. Airbags deployed and lap belts were used by the occupants. The impact struck the left front bumper and center front end. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or victim error. Aggressive driving stands out as the key factor in this violent street crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4796957 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 7 - Steel screamed on Henry Hudson Parkway. Two sedans, too fast, turned right and collided. Two young men slumped inside, heads bleeding, semiconscious. The echo of unsafe speed lingered in the wreckage, leaving blood and silence behind.

Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway in the early morning hours, leaving two 22-year-old men injured and semiconscious, both suffering severe head wounds. According to the police report, both vehicles were 'making right turn' when they crashed. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The narrative describes the scene: 'Steel kissed steel. The Honda's side split. The BMW's nose crushed. Two young men, both 22, slumped inside, heads bleeding. Semiconscious. Silent. The speed still echoed in the wreckage.' The data shows both drivers were licensed and neither occupant was ejected. The focus remains on driver actions—unsafe speed and improper turning—as the root causes of this violent crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798349 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 6 - Community Board 1 voted 18-15 to cut speed limits in Greenpoint and Williamsburg to 20 mph. Residents and officials demand action after deadly crashes. DOT has yet to respond. The fight pits safety against drivers. Lives hang in the balance.

On March 6, 2025, Brooklyn Community Board 1 voted 18-15 to request a 20 mph speed limit for Greenpoint and Williamsburg. The measure, supported by 40 groups and nearly all local elected officials, marks the first neighborhood-wide slow zone request since the passage of Sammy's Law. The board's action follows letters from Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, Assembly Member Emily Gallagher, Council Member Jennifer Gutierrez, and U.S. Rep. Nydia Velazquez to DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. They cited CB1's high fatality rate—3.27 deaths per 10,000 residents, above the city average. The board's vote was contentious, with pro-driving members opposing the change. DOT spokesperson Mona Bruno acknowledged the support and promised more information on slow zones for outer boroughs. Council Member Lincoln Restler later joined the call for lower speeds. The measure now awaits DOT action.

• Greenpoint and Williamsburg Beg DOT for 20MPH Slow Zone, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-03-06

Mar 6 - A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.

According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."

• Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-06