Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB10?
No More Excuses: Bronx Streets Are Killing Us
Bronx CB10: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
The Blood on the Asphalt
Just last week, a 71-year-old woman died on Bartow Avenue. A 79-year-old man drove his car into two others and a pole. The impact threw her from the seat. She lay on the ground as medics worked. “One lady was out on the ground. They was giving her medical attention, checking her body. She was laid out.” Six others were hurt. No one ran. No one was arrested. The street swallowed another life.
A few days later, a Mustang jumped the curb at East 149th and Courtlandt. Six people on the sidewalk were hit. The driver ran. “Cops are looking for a man who rammed into six people after botching a turn at an intersection in the Bronx, authorities said Wednesday.” The city calls these accidents. The bodies say otherwise.
The Numbers That Don’t Lie
In the last twelve months, 773 crashes. 517 people hurt. 6 left with injuries so bad they may never walk right again. One dead.
The dead are not numbers. They are neighbors. They are the old woman on Bartow. The man on the sidewalk. The child who never made it home. Cars and SUVs do most of the harm. Trucks and buses crush. Motorcycles and mopeds maim. Bikes are rare, but the street is not safe for anyone who walks.
What Leaders Do—And Don’t
Senator Nathalia Fernández voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act. She backed the extension of school speed zones. Assembly Member Michael Benedetto did the same. These are steps. But the streets are still waiting. Council Member Kristy Marmorato calls congestion pricing a “cash grab” and fights to keep parking mandates. She says, “We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.” The streets fill with cars. The bodies pile up.
The Call
This is not fate. This is policy.
Call your council member. Call your senator. Tell them to finish the job. Lower the speed limit. Build real protection for people on foot and bike. End the era of excuses. Every day of delay is another body on the ground.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Bronx CB10 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Bronx CB10?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Bronx CB10?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Three-Car Crash Kills One in Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Three-Car Crash Kills One in Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Six Struck In Bronx Left-Turn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529456 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- StreetsPAC Ranks Lander #1 for Mayor, Offers Other Picks for Comptroller, Beeps and Council, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-11
- Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite and the Suburbs, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-01-03
- Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-09-03
- Council Trades Housing Affordability for Car Parking Near New Metro-North Stops, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-07
- Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-13
- Passenger Dies After Bronx Car Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-12
- Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-07-15
- Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll, amny.com, Published 2025-01-03
Other Representatives
District 82
3602 E. Tremont Ave. Suite 201, Bronx, NY 10465
Room 836, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 13
1925 Williamsbridge Rd-Flr 2, Bronx, NY 10461
718-931-1721
250 Broadway, Suite 1554, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375
District 34
3853 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10465
Room 814, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB10 Bronx Community Board 10 sits in Bronx, Precinct 45, District 13, AD 82, SD 34.
It contains Westchester Square, Throgs Neck-Schuylerville, Pelham Bay-Country Club-City Island, Co-Op City, Hart Island, Ferry Point Park-St. Raymond Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 10
S 9718Fernandez votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Int 0921-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at Marked Crosswalk▸A 23-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a taxi hit him at a marked crosswalk on East Tremont Avenue. The taxi struck the pedestrian head-on while traveling eastbound. The victim was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on East Tremont Avenue struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The collision impacted the center front end of the taxi, causing a neck injury and concussion to the pedestrian, who was conscious at the time. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead prior to impact. The pedestrian’s crossing action and location are noted but not cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing at marked intersections.
Box Truck’s Bad Turn Ejects Child on Bruckner▸Box truck turned wrong on Bruckner Expressway. Smashed into SUV. Four-year-old passenger ejected, left semiconscious, hurt all over. Driver’s improper turn caused the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck made an improper left turn on Bruckner Expressway and struck a southbound SUV. The SUV’s only passenger, a 4-year-old boy, was ejected despite being secured with a lap belt and harness. He suffered severe injuries to his entire body and was left semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors by the box truck driver. No contributing factors are attributed to the victim. The crash underscores the risk posed by improper turning maneuvers by large vehicles on busy city roads.
S 8607Fernandez votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
Int 0875-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
3Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks▸A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
Int 0921-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at Marked Crosswalk▸A 23-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a taxi hit him at a marked crosswalk on East Tremont Avenue. The taxi struck the pedestrian head-on while traveling eastbound. The victim was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on East Tremont Avenue struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The collision impacted the center front end of the taxi, causing a neck injury and concussion to the pedestrian, who was conscious at the time. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead prior to impact. The pedestrian’s crossing action and location are noted but not cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing at marked intersections.
Box Truck’s Bad Turn Ejects Child on Bruckner▸Box truck turned wrong on Bruckner Expressway. Smashed into SUV. Four-year-old passenger ejected, left semiconscious, hurt all over. Driver’s improper turn caused the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck made an improper left turn on Bruckner Expressway and struck a southbound SUV. The SUV’s only passenger, a 4-year-old boy, was ejected despite being secured with a lap belt and harness. He suffered severe injuries to his entire body and was left semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors by the box truck driver. No contributing factors are attributed to the victim. The crash underscores the risk posed by improper turning maneuvers by large vehicles on busy city roads.
S 8607Fernandez votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
Int 0875-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
3Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks▸A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
- File Int 0921-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-23
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian at Marked Crosswalk▸A 23-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a taxi hit him at a marked crosswalk on East Tremont Avenue. The taxi struck the pedestrian head-on while traveling eastbound. The victim was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on East Tremont Avenue struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The collision impacted the center front end of the taxi, causing a neck injury and concussion to the pedestrian, who was conscious at the time. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead prior to impact. The pedestrian’s crossing action and location are noted but not cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing at marked intersections.
Box Truck’s Bad Turn Ejects Child on Bruckner▸Box truck turned wrong on Bruckner Expressway. Smashed into SUV. Four-year-old passenger ejected, left semiconscious, hurt all over. Driver’s improper turn caused the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck made an improper left turn on Bruckner Expressway and struck a southbound SUV. The SUV’s only passenger, a 4-year-old boy, was ejected despite being secured with a lap belt and harness. He suffered severe injuries to his entire body and was left semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors by the box truck driver. No contributing factors are attributed to the victim. The crash underscores the risk posed by improper turning maneuvers by large vehicles on busy city roads.
S 8607Fernandez votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
Int 0875-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
3Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks▸A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A 23-year-old man suffered a neck injury and concussion after a taxi hit him at a marked crosswalk on East Tremont Avenue. The taxi struck the pedestrian head-on while traveling eastbound. The victim was conscious but injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on East Tremont Avenue struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The collision impacted the center front end of the taxi, causing a neck injury and concussion to the pedestrian, who was conscious at the time. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors explicitly. The taxi driver was licensed and driving straight ahead prior to impact. The pedestrian’s crossing action and location are noted but not cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing at marked intersections.
Box Truck’s Bad Turn Ejects Child on Bruckner▸Box truck turned wrong on Bruckner Expressway. Smashed into SUV. Four-year-old passenger ejected, left semiconscious, hurt all over. Driver’s improper turn caused the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck made an improper left turn on Bruckner Expressway and struck a southbound SUV. The SUV’s only passenger, a 4-year-old boy, was ejected despite being secured with a lap belt and harness. He suffered severe injuries to his entire body and was left semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors by the box truck driver. No contributing factors are attributed to the victim. The crash underscores the risk posed by improper turning maneuvers by large vehicles on busy city roads.
S 8607Fernandez votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
Int 0875-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
3Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks▸A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Box truck turned wrong on Bruckner Expressway. Smashed into SUV. Four-year-old passenger ejected, left semiconscious, hurt all over. Driver’s improper turn caused the crash.
According to the police report, a box truck made an improper left turn on Bruckner Expressway and struck a southbound SUV. The SUV’s only passenger, a 4-year-old boy, was ejected despite being secured with a lap belt and harness. He suffered severe injuries to his entire body and was left semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The police report lists "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors by the box truck driver. No contributing factors are attributed to the victim. The crash underscores the risk posed by improper turning maneuvers by large vehicles on busy city roads.
S 8607Fernandez votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-21
Int 0875-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
3Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks▸A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-05-21
Int 0875-2024Marmorato co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
3Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks▸A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File Int 0875-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-16
3Van Slams Parked Sedan, Passengers Suffer Crushed Necks▸A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A van collided with a parked sedan near Elgar Place. Three young men in the back, unbelted, took the brunt. Their necks crushed, pain silent beneath skin and bone. The van showed no damage. The impact left trauma behind.
According to the police report, a van traveling west near 100 Elgar Place in the Bronx struck a parked sedan. The report states, 'a van struck a parked sedan. Three young men in the back, unbelted, suffered crushed necks.' All three passengers, aged 21 to 25, sustained severe neck injuries described as 'crush injuries.' The van showed no visible damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the van's driver and one of the injured passengers. No other contributing factors are cited. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. The report does not mention any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision underscores the ongoing danger posed by driver inattention on city streets.
Florida Pickup Turns, Crushes Woman’s Neck▸A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A Florida pickup turned right on Buhre Avenue. A 47-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck. Her neck crushed, pain etched in the street. She stayed conscious. The truck bore no scars. The city marked another wound.
A 2018 Nissan pickup truck with Florida plates turned right on Buhre Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard, striking a 47-year-old woman who was crossing at the intersection. According to the police report, the woman was 'crossing with the signal' when the collision occurred. She suffered crush injuries to her neck but remained conscious at the scene. The police report notes that the pickup truck showed 'no damage' after the impact. The driver was making a right turn at the time of the crash. The only contributing factors listed in the report are 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the impact: 'Her neck crushed. She stayed conscious. The truck showed no damage. The street held her pain.' The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor, emphasizing the systemic danger present at the intersection.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Crash▸A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A northbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a parked sedan on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan sustained left side damage. The bicyclist suffered lower arm injuries and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on East Tremont Avenue collided with a parked GMC sedan. The sedan was stationary before impact, with damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was ejected from the bike and sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and complained of internal pain. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for either party, but the collision with a parked vehicle indicates a failure in maintaining safe control or awareness. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers posed to vulnerable road users by vehicle interactions even with parked cars.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Crash on Bartow Avenue▸Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Sedan and tractor truck slammed together turning left on Bartow Avenue. Sedan driver, 25, took back injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. Both drivers licensed. Danger in the turn.
According to the police report, a sedan and a tractor truck diesel collided at 6:00 AM on Bartow Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles were making left turns northbound. The sedan’s right side doors and the truck’s left rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers held valid licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when large trucks and passenger cars turn together.
5Speeding Sedan Slams Taxi on Bruckner Expressway▸A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A speeding, unlicensed sedan driver struck a taxi on Bruckner Expressway. Five people hurt. Whiplash and full-body injuries. Police pursuit. Unsafe speed and lane change caused the crash.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Bruckner Expressway at 15:27. An unlicensed sedan driver, fleeing police, traveled at unsafe speed and made an unsafe lane change, striking the left rear bumper of a taxi carrying four passengers. Five people were injured: the sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash; the taxi's four passengers, ages 47, 52, 62, and 82, sustained full-body injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Sedan U-Turn Hits Motorcycle, Two Ejected▸A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A sedan making a U-turn struck a westbound motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and suffered serious injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, at 14:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx, a 2022 Jeep sedan was making a U-turn when it collided with a westbound 2017 Yamaha motorcycle. The sedan's left front bumper struck the motorcycle's right front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 23-year-old female passenger, also helmeted and hanging on outside the motorcycle, were both ejected from the vehicle. Both sustained serious injuries including neck contusions and abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other factors involving the victims were cited. The sedan driver was licensed and female, with no occupants in the vehicle. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and right front quarter panel damage to the motorcycle.
3SUV Collision on Bruckner Expressway Overturns Vehicle▸Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Two SUVs collided southbound on Bruckner Expressway at 2:15 a.m. One flipped, crushing steel and bursting airbags. A 20-year-old driver escaped conscious but with a torn arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion as the crash’s key factor.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling southbound on Bruckner Expressway collided at 2:15 a.m. One vehicle overturned and was described as 'demolished.' The 20-year-old male driver crawled out conscious but with severe lacerations to his arm. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are mentioned. The narrative states, 'Pedestrian confusion sparked it,' without further detail on pedestrian actions. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The focus remains on the violent consequences of the crash and the systemic dangers, with no victim behavior cited beyond the pedestrian confusion noted by police.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronx Crash with Alcohol Involvement▸A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A 50-year-old male driver suffered injuries during a collision in the Bronx. The crash involved an SUV making a left turn with alcohol cited as a contributing factor. The driver was incoherent but not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:58 near 3565 Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The involved vehicle was a 2004 Lexus SUV traveling south and making a left turn when it collided, impacting the right front bumper and quarter panel. The driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with an injury severity rated at level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was wearing some form of safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in urban traffic environments.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Unsafe Lane Change▸A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected after a sedan collided with her on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved unsafe lane changing by the e-scooter driver, causing head injuries and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx around 14:15. A 38-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from her vehicle after a collision with a sedan traveling north. The e-scooter was merging southeast when the impact occurred at the center back end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor by the e-scooter driver. The injured rider suffered head abrasions and was in shock. The sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A sedan making a right turn struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. She suffered upper leg and hip injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the front right bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, yet no vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no explicit driver contributing factors such as failure to yield, but the collision occurred during the driver’s turn. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted, and no other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Subaru sedan with one occupant.
S 4647Fernandez votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
- File S 4647, Open States, Published 2024-04-15
Jeep Turning Right Strikes Pedestrian’s Face▸A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A Jeep swung right on Middletown Road. Its bumper smashed a young man’s face. Blood spilled. The man stood, conscious, pain etched in every breath. Four inside the car rolled on, untouched. The sedan bore no scar. The street bore the wound.
A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered severe facial bleeding when a Jeep sedan making a right turn struck him with its left front bumper on Middletown Road, according to the police report. The report states the man remained upright and conscious after the impact, though blood poured from his face. Four occupants inside the Jeep felt nothing, and the vehicle itself showed no damage. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'Making Right Turn' and notes the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative underscores the violence of the collision and the physical toll on the pedestrian, while the driver’s actions—turning right—set the stage for the impact. No evidence in the report suggests any pedestrian behavior contributed to the crash. The pain remained on the street, unshared by those inside the vehicle.
2Unlicensed Driver Crashes Pickup Into Parked SUV▸A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A pickup truck driven by an unlicensed man struck a parked SUV on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. Two male occupants in the truck suffered bruises and contusions. The impact damaged the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 a.m. on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx. The pickup truck, traveling east, collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The driver of the pickup truck was unlicensed, a critical factor in the crash. The point of impact was the truck’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left side doors. Two male occupants in the pickup truck, aged 28 and 32, were injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, hand, and face. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims or other drivers, emphasizing the unlicensed status of the pickup driver as the key error leading to the collision.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter in Bronx Lane Change▸A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.
A sedan changing lanes struck a northbound e-scooter on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The 24-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane changing as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling north was changing lanes when it collided with a northbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the left side doors of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention and executed an unsafe lane change. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The sedan had one occupant, and the e-scooter driver was unlicensed according to the report.