Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB2?
Red Lights, Broken Bodies: The Bronx Bleeds While Leaders Stall
Bronx CB2: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 29, 2025
The Blood on the Sidewalk
On June 27, three men walked down Hunts Point Avenue. A car ran the red. The driver kept going, straight into them. One man, 33, is fighting for his life. The others are stable. The driver ran. Police caught him. They charged him with vehicular assault, reckless endangerment, and fleeing. He did not have a license. “Jenkins slammed on the gas and sped off east on Hunts Point Ave., blowing through a red light,” police said.
This is not rare. In the last 12 months, Bronx CB2 saw 3 deaths and 442 injuries from crashes. Children, elders, workers. The street does not care.
The Numbers That Do Not Lie
Since 2022, 10 people have died and 1,471 have been hurt in crashes here. Cars and trucks did most of the damage. They killed 3, left 2 with serious injuries, and hurt 176 more. Trucks and buses killed 1, seriously injured 3, and hurt 23. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes left their own scars, but the big machines do the worst.
What Leaders Have Done—And Not Done
Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr. has backed bills to tow abandoned cars, fix NYCHA sidewalks, and target fake plates. He voted yes to legalize jaywalking, ending a law that blamed the walker, not the driver. He co-sponsored a bill to tow unregistered vehicles, but it stalled. He missed a vote on the greenway plan.
Senator Sepúlveda has pushed for more red tape before new bike lanes, a move that slows safety. Advocates called his bill “boneheaded.” Assembly Member Septimo has backed speed limiters for repeat offenders. Some progress. Not enough.
The Call That Cannot Wait
Every week, another body hits the pavement. Every week, another family waits in the ER. This is not fate. It is policy. It is delay. It is silence.
Call your council member. Call your senator. Tell them to stop the bleeding. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real street redesigns. Demand action, not excuses.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Bronx Driver Hits Three Pedestrians, ABC7, Published 2025-06-28
- Bronx Crash Leaves Pedestrian Critical, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-28
- To the Barricades! Grassroots Effort Needed to Blunt ‘Boneheaded’ Bike Block Bill, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-03-01
- File Int 1116-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-06-22
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4673208 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-29
- Red Light Run Crushes Bronx Pedestrians, CBS New York, Published 2025-06-28
- Bronx Crash Injures Pedestrians, Driver Flees, CBS New York, Published 2025-06-28
- Bronx Driver Hits Three Pedestrians, ABC7, Published 2025-06-28
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Harlem Pedestrian, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-23
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
- Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-11-17
Other Representatives
District 84
384 E. 149th St. Suite 202, Bronx, NY 10455
Room 536, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 17
1070 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459
718-402-6130
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7505
District 29
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB2 Bronx Community Board 2 sits in Bronx, Precinct 41, District 17, AD 84, SD 29.
It contains Hunts Point, Longwood, North & South Brother Islands.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 2
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 63-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on Southern Blvd while crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal. The impact to his head left him semiconscious with serious injuries. The crash exposed confusion and error by the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northbound on Southern Blvd near Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper as he crossed a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene, with an injury severity rated 3. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. There is no mention of driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing marked crosswalks, especially when pedestrian error or confusion is involved.
Box Truck Rear-Ends Sedan in Bronx Collision▸A box truck struck the rear of a sedan traveling southwest on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions and shock. Police cite defective brakes and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:22 on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. A box truck traveling southeast collided with the center back end of a sedan moving southwest. The sedan's 58-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining facial abrasions and shock. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was using no safety equipment. The box truck driver was licensed in New York. The collision damage was concentrated at the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the sedan. The report highlights vehicle defects and driver distraction as key causes, with no indication of fault or contributing behavior from the sedan driver.
Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Backing Vehicle▸An 80-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle backing north on Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. The driver’s inattention and unsafe backing caused chest injuries and bruising to the pedestrian, who remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Bruckner Blvd near Hoe Ave in the Bronx at 10:20. The vehicle was traveling north and was backing up when it struck the pedestrian at the center back end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered chest injuries and contusions but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by inattentive drivers performing unsafe backing maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
Two Sedans Collide on Hunts Point Ave▸Two sedans traveling east on Hunts Point Ave collided, striking each other’s side doors. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Hunts Point Avenue when they collided, impacting the right front quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The driver of the Honda sedan, a 43-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the collision, indicating a failure in maintaining safe distance between vehicles. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash caused damage to the side doors of both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of close passing on city streets.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 78-year-old man suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV hit him at a Bronx intersection. The crash involved improper lane usage by the driver, according to the police report. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
At 18:15 in the Bronx, a 78-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a 2009 Honda SUV at the intersection of Spofford Avenue and Hunts Point Avenue. According to the police report, the driver committed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which was cited as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in lane usage at intersections.
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits E-Bike Rider▸A distracted SUV driver made an improper U-turn in the Bronx, striking a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s rear center.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:03 in the Bronx near Southern Blvd. The SUV driver, a licensed male, was making a U-turn when he struck a 24-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight north. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center back end. The e-bike rider sustained a contusion to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV carried four occupants, and the driver was not using any safety equipment. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted in the report.
Sedan Hits 3-Year-Old Crossing Bronx Street▸A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A 63-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on Southern Blvd while crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal. The impact to his head left him semiconscious with serious injuries. The crash exposed confusion and error by the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2021 Honda sedan traveling northbound on Southern Blvd near Longwood Ave in the Bronx. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper as he crossed a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene, with an injury severity rated 3. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. There is no mention of driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing marked crosswalks, especially when pedestrian error or confusion is involved.
Box Truck Rear-Ends Sedan in Bronx Collision▸A box truck struck the rear of a sedan traveling southwest on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions and shock. Police cite defective brakes and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:22 on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. A box truck traveling southeast collided with the center back end of a sedan moving southwest. The sedan's 58-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining facial abrasions and shock. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was using no safety equipment. The box truck driver was licensed in New York. The collision damage was concentrated at the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the sedan. The report highlights vehicle defects and driver distraction as key causes, with no indication of fault or contributing behavior from the sedan driver.
Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Backing Vehicle▸An 80-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle backing north on Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. The driver’s inattention and unsafe backing caused chest injuries and bruising to the pedestrian, who remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Bruckner Blvd near Hoe Ave in the Bronx at 10:20. The vehicle was traveling north and was backing up when it struck the pedestrian at the center back end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered chest injuries and contusions but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by inattentive drivers performing unsafe backing maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
Two Sedans Collide on Hunts Point Ave▸Two sedans traveling east on Hunts Point Ave collided, striking each other’s side doors. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Hunts Point Avenue when they collided, impacting the right front quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The driver of the Honda sedan, a 43-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the collision, indicating a failure in maintaining safe distance between vehicles. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash caused damage to the side doors of both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of close passing on city streets.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 78-year-old man suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV hit him at a Bronx intersection. The crash involved improper lane usage by the driver, according to the police report. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
At 18:15 in the Bronx, a 78-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a 2009 Honda SUV at the intersection of Spofford Avenue and Hunts Point Avenue. According to the police report, the driver committed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which was cited as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in lane usage at intersections.
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits E-Bike Rider▸A distracted SUV driver made an improper U-turn in the Bronx, striking a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s rear center.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:03 in the Bronx near Southern Blvd. The SUV driver, a licensed male, was making a U-turn when he struck a 24-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight north. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center back end. The e-bike rider sustained a contusion to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV carried four occupants, and the driver was not using any safety equipment. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted in the report.
Sedan Hits 3-Year-Old Crossing Bronx Street▸A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A box truck struck the rear of a sedan traveling southwest on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered facial abrasions and shock. Police cite defective brakes and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:22 on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. A box truck traveling southeast collided with the center back end of a sedan moving southwest. The sedan's 58-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining facial abrasions and shock. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was using no safety equipment. The box truck driver was licensed in New York. The collision damage was concentrated at the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the sedan. The report highlights vehicle defects and driver distraction as key causes, with no indication of fault or contributing behavior from the sedan driver.
Elderly Pedestrian Injured by Backing Vehicle▸An 80-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle backing north on Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. The driver’s inattention and unsafe backing caused chest injuries and bruising to the pedestrian, who remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Bruckner Blvd near Hoe Ave in the Bronx at 10:20. The vehicle was traveling north and was backing up when it struck the pedestrian at the center back end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered chest injuries and contusions but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by inattentive drivers performing unsafe backing maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
Two Sedans Collide on Hunts Point Ave▸Two sedans traveling east on Hunts Point Ave collided, striking each other’s side doors. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Hunts Point Avenue when they collided, impacting the right front quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The driver of the Honda sedan, a 43-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the collision, indicating a failure in maintaining safe distance between vehicles. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash caused damage to the side doors of both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of close passing on city streets.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 78-year-old man suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV hit him at a Bronx intersection. The crash involved improper lane usage by the driver, according to the police report. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
At 18:15 in the Bronx, a 78-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a 2009 Honda SUV at the intersection of Spofford Avenue and Hunts Point Avenue. According to the police report, the driver committed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which was cited as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in lane usage at intersections.
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits E-Bike Rider▸A distracted SUV driver made an improper U-turn in the Bronx, striking a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s rear center.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:03 in the Bronx near Southern Blvd. The SUV driver, a licensed male, was making a U-turn when he struck a 24-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight north. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center back end. The e-bike rider sustained a contusion to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV carried four occupants, and the driver was not using any safety equipment. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted in the report.
Sedan Hits 3-Year-Old Crossing Bronx Street▸A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
An 80-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a vehicle backing north on Bruckner Blvd in the Bronx. The driver’s inattention and unsafe backing caused chest injuries and bruising to the pedestrian, who remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Bruckner Blvd near Hoe Ave in the Bronx at 10:20. The vehicle was traveling north and was backing up when it struck the pedestrian at the center back end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered chest injuries and contusions but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. This incident highlights the dangers posed by inattentive drivers performing unsafe backing maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
Two Sedans Collide on Hunts Point Ave▸Two sedans traveling east on Hunts Point Ave collided, striking each other’s side doors. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Hunts Point Avenue when they collided, impacting the right front quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The driver of the Honda sedan, a 43-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the collision, indicating a failure in maintaining safe distance between vehicles. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash caused damage to the side doors of both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of close passing on city streets.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 78-year-old man suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV hit him at a Bronx intersection. The crash involved improper lane usage by the driver, according to the police report. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
At 18:15 in the Bronx, a 78-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a 2009 Honda SUV at the intersection of Spofford Avenue and Hunts Point Avenue. According to the police report, the driver committed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which was cited as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in lane usage at intersections.
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits E-Bike Rider▸A distracted SUV driver made an improper U-turn in the Bronx, striking a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s rear center.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:03 in the Bronx near Southern Blvd. The SUV driver, a licensed male, was making a U-turn when he struck a 24-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight north. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center back end. The e-bike rider sustained a contusion to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV carried four occupants, and the driver was not using any safety equipment. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted in the report.
Sedan Hits 3-Year-Old Crossing Bronx Street▸A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
Two sedans traveling east on Hunts Point Ave collided, striking each other’s side doors. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Hunts Point Avenue when they collided, impacting the right front quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The driver of the Honda sedan, a 43-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the collision, indicating a failure in maintaining safe distance between vehicles. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash caused damage to the side doors of both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of close passing on city streets.
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸A 78-year-old man suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV hit him at a Bronx intersection. The crash involved improper lane usage by the driver, according to the police report. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
At 18:15 in the Bronx, a 78-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a 2009 Honda SUV at the intersection of Spofford Avenue and Hunts Point Avenue. According to the police report, the driver committed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which was cited as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in lane usage at intersections.
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits E-Bike Rider▸A distracted SUV driver made an improper U-turn in the Bronx, striking a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s rear center.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:03 in the Bronx near Southern Blvd. The SUV driver, a licensed male, was making a U-turn when he struck a 24-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight north. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center back end. The e-bike rider sustained a contusion to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV carried four occupants, and the driver was not using any safety equipment. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted in the report.
Sedan Hits 3-Year-Old Crossing Bronx Street▸A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A 78-year-old man suffered bruises and arm injuries after an SUV hit him at a Bronx intersection. The crash involved improper lane usage by the driver, according to the police report. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
At 18:15 in the Bronx, a 78-year-old male pedestrian was injured when struck by a 2009 Honda SUV at the intersection of Spofford Avenue and Hunts Point Avenue. According to the police report, the driver committed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which was cited as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions or safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in lane usage at intersections.
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits E-Bike Rider▸A distracted SUV driver made an improper U-turn in the Bronx, striking a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s rear center.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:03 in the Bronx near Southern Blvd. The SUV driver, a licensed male, was making a U-turn when he struck a 24-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight north. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center back end. The e-bike rider sustained a contusion to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV carried four occupants, and the driver was not using any safety equipment. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted in the report.
Sedan Hits 3-Year-Old Crossing Bronx Street▸A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A distracted SUV driver made an improper U-turn in the Bronx, striking a 24-year-old e-bike rider. The rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s rear center.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:03 in the Bronx near Southern Blvd. The SUV driver, a licensed male, was making a U-turn when he struck a 24-year-old male e-bike rider traveling straight north. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center back end. The e-bike rider sustained a contusion to the hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV carried four occupants, and the driver was not using any safety equipment. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted in the report.
Sedan Hits 3-Year-Old Crossing Bronx Street▸A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A sedan struck a 3-year-old girl crossing Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue. The child was injured and in shock. Police cite driver’s failure to yield and ignoring traffic control as causes.
A 2015 Mercedes sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard at Intervale Avenue hit a 3-year-old girl crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, directly causing the crash. The child suffered injuries and shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, which sustained no damage. The report lists driver errors—Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded—as the primary contributing factors. The pedestrian was lawfully crossing with the signal. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner, Child Injured▸A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A 12-year-old girl suffered head injuries and whiplash when SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard. Police cite traffic control disregard. The child, restrained in the back seat, was hurt in the violent impact.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. Two SUVs and a sedan collided while traveling straight. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the cause, pointing to driver failure to obey signals or signs. A 12-year-old girl, riding in the right rear seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The report notes no contributing factors related to the victim. All drivers were licensed. Impact centered on the vehicles' front ends, showing a forceful collision.
U-Turn Sedan Strikes Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A sedan making a U-turn on Bruckner Boulevard hit another sedan going straight. The crash left a 25-year-old woman in the back seat with head bruises. Both cars were damaged. The turn went wrong. Impact was hard.
According to the police report, at 15:19 on Bruckner Boulevard at Leggett Avenue in the Bronx, a 2014 sedan making a U-turn collided with a 2013 sedan traveling straight south. The left front bumper of the second sedan took the hit. A 25-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the second car suffered head contusions and was conscious. She wore a lap belt. The report lists the first vehicle's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' pointing to a turning maneuver gone wrong. No other contributing factors or errors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage.
Bicyclist Thrown, Back Broken in Bronx Crash▸A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A man on a bike was hit from behind on Home Street. He was thrown, his back broken. The crash came from following too close. The street stayed hard. The rider stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was struck from behind while riding west on Home Street in the Bronx. The crash was caused by following too closely and unsafe speed. The impact hit the bike’s left rear bumper, throwing the rider and breaking his back. The bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back. The report lists driver error—following too closely and unsafe speed—as the main causes. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The victim remained conscious after the crash.
2Motorcycle Slams Bus on Westchester Avenue▸A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A motorcycle hit a bus in the Bronx. Two riders hurt. Driver unlicensed, inexperienced, speeding. Both suffered leg injuries. Bus and its riders unharmed. Impact harsh, danger clear.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east struck a bus on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx at 14:50. The bus was changing lanes when the crash happened. The motorcycle's unlicensed driver, age 23, and his 36-year-old passenger were both injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg wounds. The report lists driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet. The bus, carrying nine people, was not damaged and no bus occupants were hurt. The police report highlights driver inexperience and unsafe speed as the main causes.
2Two Taxis Collide on East 163 Street▸Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
Two taxis crashed at East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The collision injured two passengers, including a child, both suffering concussions and upper body injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:46 in the Bronx, two taxis collided at the intersection of East 163 Street and Westchester Avenue. One taxi was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Two passengers were injured: a 34-year-old male in the left rear seat with a back injury and concussion, and an 8-year-old male in the right rear seat with a shoulder and upper arm injury and concussion. Both passengers were conscious, wearing lap belts, and were not ejected. The drivers were licensed and operating taxis registered in New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of one taxi and the left front bumper of the other.
Unsafe Lane Change Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
Box truck veered on Halleck Street. Its front left smashed the sedan’s right front. Sedan driver hurt—neck bruised, shaken. Police blame unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, a box truck and a sedan collided at 15:58 on Halleck Street in the Bronx. Both vehicles were heading north when the truck’s left front quarter panel struck the sedan’s right front. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered neck contusions and bruising. Police cited "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the cause of the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight before impact. The report lists no victim actions as contributing factors. The crash left the sedan driver injured and both vehicles damaged.
Pick-up Truck Slams Sedan, Passenger Hurt▸A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A pick-up truck rear-ended a sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The truck driver fell asleep and followed too closely. A 75-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered bruises across his body. Night. Impact. Pain.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling east on the Bruckner Expressway struck the back of a sedan at 11:10 PM. The impact injured a 75-year-old male passenger in the sedan, leaving him with contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists the pick-up truck driver's errors as "Fell Asleep" and "Following Too Closely." Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the risk when drivers lose focus and fail to keep distance on city highways.
Int 0346-2024Salamanca votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A 71-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan hit him at an intersection in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling east, struck him head-on. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Tiffany Street in the Bronx struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard at 14:11. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle impacted him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was operating the sedan straight ahead. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors, but the collision occurred despite the pedestrian crossing legally with the signal. Both contributing factors for the pedestrian are marked as unspecified, emphasizing the impact resulted from the vehicle's movement and positioning. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, confirming the point of impact.
SUV Strikes and Kills Man in Bronx Crosswalk▸A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A Ford SUV tore through Westchester Avenue, its right front bumper crushing a 56-year-old man in the marked crosswalk. He died instantly, the morning sun rising over broken bones and shattered calm at East 163rd Street.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and East 163rd Street in the Bronx when a northbound Ford SUV struck him with its right front bumper, according to the police report. The report states the victim was crossing in a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The SUV was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details that the pedestrian died at the scene from crush injuries to his entire body. No driver actions such as yielding or speed are specified in the report, but the impact location and the victim's presence in a marked crosswalk underscore the systemic dangers faced by pedestrians at Bronx intersections.
2Improper Lane Use Causes Collision on Bruckner Boulevard▸A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by one vehicle, resulting in significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:03 on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The collision involved a pick-up truck traveling north going straight ahead and a sedan also traveling north but making a left turn. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the truck and the left front bumper of the sedan. The contributing factor cited was "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers, a 33-year-old male in the pick-up truck and a 29-year-old male front passenger in the sedan, sustained chest injuries and were in shock. Neither occupant was ejected, and no safety equipment was reported in use. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on driver error and improper lane usage.
Two Sedans Collide on Edgewater Road Bronx▸Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
Two sedans collided at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. The crash involved unsafe speed, with one vehicle making a U-turn and the other traveling straight southbound.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:09 AM on Edgewater Road in the Bronx. Two sedans collided: one traveling southbound going straight ahead, the other making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound sedan and the left side doors of the sedan making the U-turn. The driver of the sedan making the U-turn, a 31-year-old male, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the southbound sedan and the center front end of the U-turning sedan. The collision highlights the dangers of unsafe speed combined with complex maneuvers like U-turns on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Bronx Bicyclist on East 167 Street▸A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.
A sedan collided with a bicyclist on East 167 Street in the Bronx, injuring the 55-year-old rider. The impact caused contusions and upper arm injuries. The crash was driven by the sedan driver's inattention and distraction, according to police.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on East 167 Street in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 55-year-old male, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. The sedan, a 2010 Dodge, struck the bicycle at the right rear bumper with its center front end. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead and was the sole occupant of his bike. The sedan had two occupants and was also moving straight ahead. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic.