Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB12?
No More Blood for Broken Streets: Demand Safety Now
Bronx CB12: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Flesh and Blood
A woman tried to cross White Plains Road at night. She was 78. An SUV hit her. She died at Jacobi. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed the same. The victim was crossing White Plains Road at E. 216th St. in Williamsbridge when a 56-year-old woman driving north in a 2024 Toyota RAV4 hit her at about 10:20 p.m. Saturday, cops said.
A coach stood outside his home on Givan Avenue. A BMW and a pickup collided. The BMW spun, hit parked cars, hit the coach. He died. His mother said, “These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.”
In the last year, five people died on these streets. Seven hundred were hurt. Nine were left with injuries that change a life.
Who Pays the Price
Older New Yorkers and the young take the brunt. In the past 12 months, three people over 55 died. Sixty-one children were hurt. The dead are not numbers. They are mothers, fathers, neighbors, children. The street does not care. The cars do not stop.
SUVs and sedans do most of the harm. SUVs killed three. Cars and SUVs together left hundreds bleeding. Trucks, bikes, and mopeds add to the toll, but the weight of steel is what crushes bones and ends breath.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Council Member Kevin Riley has co-sponsored bills for speed humps near parks, scramble crosswalks, and better lighting. He voted to end jaywalking tickets and back solar crosswalks. But the deaths keep coming. No law has slowed the cars on White Plains Road. No new design has stopped the chain-reaction crashes on Givan Avenue.
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie helped expand red light cameras, but blocked the city from lowering speed limits for years. Only after years of delay did Albany pass Sammy’s Law. The streets waited. People died.
The Next Step Is Yours
This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand street redesigns that protect people, not just cars. Join Transportation Alternatives or Families for Safe Streets. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list. Act now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-08
- Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Bronx Street, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-25
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-08
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679918 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-25
- Mother of crash victim on failure of NYC speed limit bill: 'Albany backroom politics at its worst', gothamist.com, Published 2023-06-22
- Driver Flees Bronx Crash, Coach Killed, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-14
- New push for automated ticketing of drivers who double park in NYC, gothamist.com, Published 2025-03-03
- File Int 0262-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
- More red light cameras coming to NYC intersections under newly passed legislation, gothamist.com, Published 2024-06-07
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
- New York Pols Back Gounardes's Bill to Cut Driving by 20%, streetsblog.org, Published 2024-05-15
Other Representatives
District 83
1446 E. Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469
Room 932, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 12
940 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469
718-684-5509
250 Broadway, Suite 1865, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6873
District 36
250 S. 6th Ave., Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Room 609, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB12 Bronx Community Board 12 sits in Bronx, Precinct 47, District 12, AD 83, SD 36.
It contains Williamsbridge-Olinville, Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester, Wakefield-Woodlawn, Woodlawn Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 12
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Collision▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist was ejected after a collision on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The bike struck another vehicle head-on. The rider suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a bike traveling north and an unspecified vehicle traveling west, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist suffered facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. No safety equipment details were provided. The crash highlights critical driver errors that led to the bicyclist's ejection and injury.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronxwood Avenue Crash▸Sedan and SUV slammed together on Bronxwood Avenue. SUV driver, a woman, took neck injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and failure to yield. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Bronxwood Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. She wore a lap belt and harness. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan hit the SUV's left front bumper; the SUV was struck at its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores driver errors—specifically inattention and failure to yield—as the main causes.
Rear-End Crash Injures 63-Year-Old Driver▸Two sedans collided on Needham Avenue. The 63-year-old driver in the rear car suffered neck contusions. Both vehicles traveled east. The impact hit the front of the lead car and the rear of the trailing car. The injured driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Needham Avenue collided in a rear-end crash. The 63-year-old male driver of the trailing vehicle was injured, sustaining neck contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, indicating driver error by the trailing vehicle. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lead car and the center back end of the trailing car. No safety equipment was noted for the injured driver. The crash involved two vehicles, each with one occupant.
Heastie Supports Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸MTA will drop fares on five city bus lines for up to a year. Riders on Bx18, B60, M116, Q4, and S46/96 ride free. The move aims to boost access and equity. Lawmakers and advocates pushed for more. The pilot starts September 24.
"This pilot program will help thousands of New Yorkers who rely on buses to get to work, to school, to get to medical appoints and more. It was a priority for many of my Assembly Majority colleagues, and we look forward to seeing how it impacts our communities." -- Carl Heastie
On July 17, 2023, the MTA announced a fare-free bus pilot covering five routes: Bx18 (Bronx), B60 (Brooklyn), M116 (Manhattan), Q4 (Queens), and S46/96 (Staten Island). The program, part of the state budget, begins September 24 and will last six to twelve months. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, representing District 83, highlighted the benefit to thousands who rely on buses for work, school, and medical needs. The pilot waives fares to expand access and improve transit equity, as stated: 'By establishing these fare-free bus pilot routes, we are expanding access to public transportation across the city and improving transit equity to better serve all New Yorkers.' Advocates wanted all buses free, but the plan was scaled back in budget talks. The MTA will review impacts on ridership, service, and costs after six months.
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MTA announces five bus routes for fare-free pilot,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-17
2Two Sedans Collide on Barnes Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. Unsafe speed and driver distraction caused the collision. Vehicles struck front and side, leaving damage to left front bumpers and quarter panels.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. The male driver of a 2014 Infiniti sedan traveling north and the female driver of a 2015 Cadillac sedan traveling west both sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the collision. The Infiniti struck the Cadillac on its left side doors with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Hits Moped Passenger▸A sedan changing lanes struck a moped traveling north on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left side was hit. A 38-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Laconia Avenue attempted to change lanes and collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the moped. The moped carried two occupants, including a 38-year-old female passenger who sustained knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the lane change. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Ejected on Bronx River Parkway▸A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A 24-year-old male bicyclist was ejected after a collision on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The bike struck another vehicle head-on. The rider suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a bike traveling north and an unspecified vehicle traveling west, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist suffered facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. No safety equipment details were provided. The crash highlights critical driver errors that led to the bicyclist's ejection and injury.
SUV Driver Injured in Bronxwood Avenue Crash▸Sedan and SUV slammed together on Bronxwood Avenue. SUV driver, a woman, took neck injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and failure to yield. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Bronxwood Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. She wore a lap belt and harness. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan hit the SUV's left front bumper; the SUV was struck at its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores driver errors—specifically inattention and failure to yield—as the main causes.
Rear-End Crash Injures 63-Year-Old Driver▸Two sedans collided on Needham Avenue. The 63-year-old driver in the rear car suffered neck contusions. Both vehicles traveled east. The impact hit the front of the lead car and the rear of the trailing car. The injured driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Needham Avenue collided in a rear-end crash. The 63-year-old male driver of the trailing vehicle was injured, sustaining neck contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, indicating driver error by the trailing vehicle. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lead car and the center back end of the trailing car. No safety equipment was noted for the injured driver. The crash involved two vehicles, each with one occupant.
Heastie Supports Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸MTA will drop fares on five city bus lines for up to a year. Riders on Bx18, B60, M116, Q4, and S46/96 ride free. The move aims to boost access and equity. Lawmakers and advocates pushed for more. The pilot starts September 24.
"This pilot program will help thousands of New Yorkers who rely on buses to get to work, to school, to get to medical appoints and more. It was a priority for many of my Assembly Majority colleagues, and we look forward to seeing how it impacts our communities." -- Carl Heastie
On July 17, 2023, the MTA announced a fare-free bus pilot covering five routes: Bx18 (Bronx), B60 (Brooklyn), M116 (Manhattan), Q4 (Queens), and S46/96 (Staten Island). The program, part of the state budget, begins September 24 and will last six to twelve months. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, representing District 83, highlighted the benefit to thousands who rely on buses for work, school, and medical needs. The pilot waives fares to expand access and improve transit equity, as stated: 'By establishing these fare-free bus pilot routes, we are expanding access to public transportation across the city and improving transit equity to better serve all New Yorkers.' Advocates wanted all buses free, but the plan was scaled back in budget talks. The MTA will review impacts on ridership, service, and costs after six months.
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MTA announces five bus routes for fare-free pilot,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-17
2Two Sedans Collide on Barnes Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. Unsafe speed and driver distraction caused the collision. Vehicles struck front and side, leaving damage to left front bumpers and quarter panels.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. The male driver of a 2014 Infiniti sedan traveling north and the female driver of a 2015 Cadillac sedan traveling west both sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the collision. The Infiniti struck the Cadillac on its left side doors with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Hits Moped Passenger▸A sedan changing lanes struck a moped traveling north on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left side was hit. A 38-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Laconia Avenue attempted to change lanes and collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the moped. The moped carried two occupants, including a 38-year-old female passenger who sustained knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the lane change. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Ejected on Bronx River Parkway▸A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Sedan and SUV slammed together on Bronxwood Avenue. SUV driver, a woman, took neck injuries and whiplash. Police blamed driver inattention and failure to yield. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Bronxwood Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. She wore a lap belt and harness. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The sedan hit the SUV's left front bumper; the SUV was struck at its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores driver errors—specifically inattention and failure to yield—as the main causes.
Rear-End Crash Injures 63-Year-Old Driver▸Two sedans collided on Needham Avenue. The 63-year-old driver in the rear car suffered neck contusions. Both vehicles traveled east. The impact hit the front of the lead car and the rear of the trailing car. The injured driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Needham Avenue collided in a rear-end crash. The 63-year-old male driver of the trailing vehicle was injured, sustaining neck contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, indicating driver error by the trailing vehicle. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lead car and the center back end of the trailing car. No safety equipment was noted for the injured driver. The crash involved two vehicles, each with one occupant.
Heastie Supports Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸MTA will drop fares on five city bus lines for up to a year. Riders on Bx18, B60, M116, Q4, and S46/96 ride free. The move aims to boost access and equity. Lawmakers and advocates pushed for more. The pilot starts September 24.
"This pilot program will help thousands of New Yorkers who rely on buses to get to work, to school, to get to medical appoints and more. It was a priority for many of my Assembly Majority colleagues, and we look forward to seeing how it impacts our communities." -- Carl Heastie
On July 17, 2023, the MTA announced a fare-free bus pilot covering five routes: Bx18 (Bronx), B60 (Brooklyn), M116 (Manhattan), Q4 (Queens), and S46/96 (Staten Island). The program, part of the state budget, begins September 24 and will last six to twelve months. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, representing District 83, highlighted the benefit to thousands who rely on buses for work, school, and medical needs. The pilot waives fares to expand access and improve transit equity, as stated: 'By establishing these fare-free bus pilot routes, we are expanding access to public transportation across the city and improving transit equity to better serve all New Yorkers.' Advocates wanted all buses free, but the plan was scaled back in budget talks. The MTA will review impacts on ridership, service, and costs after six months.
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MTA announces five bus routes for fare-free pilot,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-17
2Two Sedans Collide on Barnes Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. Unsafe speed and driver distraction caused the collision. Vehicles struck front and side, leaving damage to left front bumpers and quarter panels.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. The male driver of a 2014 Infiniti sedan traveling north and the female driver of a 2015 Cadillac sedan traveling west both sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the collision. The Infiniti struck the Cadillac on its left side doors with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Hits Moped Passenger▸A sedan changing lanes struck a moped traveling north on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left side was hit. A 38-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Laconia Avenue attempted to change lanes and collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the moped. The moped carried two occupants, including a 38-year-old female passenger who sustained knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the lane change. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Ejected on Bronx River Parkway▸A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Two sedans collided on Needham Avenue. The 63-year-old driver in the rear car suffered neck contusions. Both vehicles traveled east. The impact hit the front of the lead car and the rear of the trailing car. The injured driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Needham Avenue collided in a rear-end crash. The 63-year-old male driver of the trailing vehicle was injured, sustaining neck contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, indicating driver error by the trailing vehicle. The impact occurred at the center front end of the lead car and the center back end of the trailing car. No safety equipment was noted for the injured driver. The crash involved two vehicles, each with one occupant.
Heastie Supports Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸MTA will drop fares on five city bus lines for up to a year. Riders on Bx18, B60, M116, Q4, and S46/96 ride free. The move aims to boost access and equity. Lawmakers and advocates pushed for more. The pilot starts September 24.
"This pilot program will help thousands of New Yorkers who rely on buses to get to work, to school, to get to medical appoints and more. It was a priority for many of my Assembly Majority colleagues, and we look forward to seeing how it impacts our communities." -- Carl Heastie
On July 17, 2023, the MTA announced a fare-free bus pilot covering five routes: Bx18 (Bronx), B60 (Brooklyn), M116 (Manhattan), Q4 (Queens), and S46/96 (Staten Island). The program, part of the state budget, begins September 24 and will last six to twelve months. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, representing District 83, highlighted the benefit to thousands who rely on buses for work, school, and medical needs. The pilot waives fares to expand access and improve transit equity, as stated: 'By establishing these fare-free bus pilot routes, we are expanding access to public transportation across the city and improving transit equity to better serve all New Yorkers.' Advocates wanted all buses free, but the plan was scaled back in budget talks. The MTA will review impacts on ridership, service, and costs after six months.
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MTA announces five bus routes for fare-free pilot,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-17
2Two Sedans Collide on Barnes Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. Unsafe speed and driver distraction caused the collision. Vehicles struck front and side, leaving damage to left front bumpers and quarter panels.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. The male driver of a 2014 Infiniti sedan traveling north and the female driver of a 2015 Cadillac sedan traveling west both sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the collision. The Infiniti struck the Cadillac on its left side doors with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Hits Moped Passenger▸A sedan changing lanes struck a moped traveling north on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left side was hit. A 38-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Laconia Avenue attempted to change lanes and collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the moped. The moped carried two occupants, including a 38-year-old female passenger who sustained knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the lane change. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Ejected on Bronx River Parkway▸A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
MTA will drop fares on five city bus lines for up to a year. Riders on Bx18, B60, M116, Q4, and S46/96 ride free. The move aims to boost access and equity. Lawmakers and advocates pushed for more. The pilot starts September 24.
"This pilot program will help thousands of New Yorkers who rely on buses to get to work, to school, to get to medical appoints and more. It was a priority for many of my Assembly Majority colleagues, and we look forward to seeing how it impacts our communities." -- Carl Heastie
On July 17, 2023, the MTA announced a fare-free bus pilot covering five routes: Bx18 (Bronx), B60 (Brooklyn), M116 (Manhattan), Q4 (Queens), and S46/96 (Staten Island). The program, part of the state budget, begins September 24 and will last six to twelve months. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, representing District 83, highlighted the benefit to thousands who rely on buses for work, school, and medical needs. The pilot waives fares to expand access and improve transit equity, as stated: 'By establishing these fare-free bus pilot routes, we are expanding access to public transportation across the city and improving transit equity to better serve all New Yorkers.' Advocates wanted all buses free, but the plan was scaled back in budget talks. The MTA will review impacts on ridership, service, and costs after six months.
- MTA announces five bus routes for fare-free pilot, amny.com, Published 2023-07-17
2Two Sedans Collide on Barnes Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. Unsafe speed and driver distraction caused the collision. Vehicles struck front and side, leaving damage to left front bumpers and quarter panels.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. The male driver of a 2014 Infiniti sedan traveling north and the female driver of a 2015 Cadillac sedan traveling west both sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the collision. The Infiniti struck the Cadillac on its left side doors with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Hits Moped Passenger▸A sedan changing lanes struck a moped traveling north on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left side was hit. A 38-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Laconia Avenue attempted to change lanes and collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the moped. The moped carried two occupants, including a 38-year-old female passenger who sustained knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the lane change. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Ejected on Bronx River Parkway▸A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Two sedans crashed on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries with whiplash. Unsafe speed and driver distraction caused the collision. Vehicles struck front and side, leaving damage to left front bumpers and quarter panels.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Barnes Avenue in the Bronx. The male driver of a 2014 Infiniti sedan traveling north and the female driver of a 2015 Cadillac sedan traveling west both sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors for the collision. The Infiniti struck the Cadillac on its left side doors with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. Both drivers were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The female driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Hits Moped Passenger▸A sedan changing lanes struck a moped traveling north on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left side was hit. A 38-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Laconia Avenue attempted to change lanes and collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the moped. The moped carried two occupants, including a 38-year-old female passenger who sustained knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the lane change. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Ejected on Bronx River Parkway▸A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A sedan changing lanes struck a moped traveling north on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moped’s left side was hit. A 38-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Laconia Avenue attempted to change lanes and collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the moped. The moped carried two occupants, including a 38-year-old female passenger who sustained knee and lower leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the lane change. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Ejected on Bronx River Parkway▸A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A 29-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected after a collision on Bronx River Parkway. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The rider suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. Airbag deployed, but the driver was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist traveling north on Bronx River Parkway was involved in a crash caused by his reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, who was unlicensed, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including a concussion. The motorcycle's center front end was damaged, and the airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors specified. The injured occupant was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injuries. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
Car Strikes Woman Off Road in Bronx▸A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A car hit a woman standing off the road near East 221st Street. The front end struck her arm. Her skin split. Blood spilled. She stayed upright, conscious. The car showed no damage. She bore the wound.
A woman, age 49, was injured when a car struck her arm near 1178 East 221st Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, she was not in the roadway but standing off the road when the car, traveling straight ahead, hit her with its center front end. She suffered severe lacerations to her lower arm and hand but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The car showed no visible damage. No driver errors were specified in the report.
SUV U-Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
An SUV made a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx. It struck an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Chevrolet SUV was making a U-turn on White Plains Road in the Bronx when it collided with an e-scooter traveling south. The e-scooter driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper, impacting the scooter's left side doors. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for the crash. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors or safety equipment issues were noted.
Bicyclist Ejected in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A 33-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on East 211 Street near Holland Avenue. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected in a crash involving a sedan on East 211 Street in the Bronx. The bicyclist suffered contusions to his hip and upper leg and was in shock. The report lists the driver’s errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan, traveling south, struck the bike, which was traveling west, at the center front end of the bicycle and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls and speeding.
Pedestrian Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A 59-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck at East 242 Street and White Plains Road. The driver made an improper left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured when a vehicle making a left turn at East 242 Street and White Plains Road in the Bronx struck her. The 59-year-old woman was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Lurting Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
-
'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Two vehicles crashed on Lurting Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s front end with its right side. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction and limited view contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 2009 Nissan SUV traveling north on Lurting Avenue collided with a 2013 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV struck the sedan with its right front quarter panel, damaging the right side doors. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with a limited or obstructed view. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV Fails to Yield, Strikes Sedan in Bronx▸An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
An SUV hit a sedan turning left at Burke and Colden. Metal slammed metal. A 69-year-old woman in the sedan’s front seat bled from the face. Sirens came slow. The street fell silent. Failure to yield cut flesh and quieted the block.
A crash at Burke Avenue and Colden Avenue in the Bronx left a 69-year-old woman injured. According to the police report, an SUV struck the side of a sedan as it turned left. The woman, a front-seat passenger in the sedan, suffered severe facial bleeding but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The SUV’s front end hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The injured woman wore a lap belt. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
Bicyclist Injured in Bronx Left-Turn Crash▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
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'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Boston Road in the Bronx. The crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and a bike traveling southwest. The bicyclist suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a vehicle was making a left turn on Boston Road when it collided with a bicyclist traveling southwest. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the left side doors of the bike, while the other vehicle showed no damage. The report does not mention any safety equipment used by the bicyclist.
Drunk SUV Driver Slams Cars on Wallace Avenue▸A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
-
'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
A drunk driver tore north on Wallace Avenue. His SUV crashed into two others, then a parked car. Glass flew. Blood streaked the dash. The driver’s face split open. He stayed conscious. The street fell silent. Metal and flesh paid the price.
A 33-year-old man drove his SUV north on Wallace Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, he was speeding and under the influence of alcohol. His vehicle struck two other SUVs and then a parked car. The impact shattered glass and left the driver with severe facial lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the primary contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left metal twisted and blood on the dash. The data does not list any helmet or signal issues. The violence of the crash marked another night of danger for New York City streets.
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on East 225▸Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
-
'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Two sedans crashed on East 225 Street. Three people hurt. Impact slammed front and side. Police cite driver distraction. All victims conscious. No ejections. Whiplash and body injuries reported.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on East 225 Street in the Bronx. Three people were injured: an 18-year-old male driver with neck injuries, a 30-year-old female driver, and a 39-year-old male front passenger, both with full-body injuries. All suffered whiplash and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The crash involved impacts to the center front end and left side doors. No one was ejected. No safety equipment was reported in use. The crash underscores the danger of driver distraction, as documented in the police report.
Heastie Blocks Safety Boosting NYC Speed Limit Bill▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
-
'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed,
gothamist.com,
Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to bring Sammy's Law to a vote. The bill would let New York City lower speed limits. Advocates fasted. Lawmakers argued. The Senate passed it. The Assembly did not. Vulnerable New Yorkers remain at risk.
Sammy's Law, a bill to grant New York City 'home rule' over its speed limits, failed in the Assembly on June 29, 2023. The Senate passed it, but Speaker Carl Heastie did not bring it to a vote in the Assembly, despite 60 co-sponsors and strong support from city lawmakers, Governor Hochul, and Mayor Adams. The bill, named for 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a speeding driver, would have allowed the city to lower most speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. Heastie cited concerns over e-bikes and speed bumps, saying, 'I'm not a dictator.' Advocates, including Sammy's mother Amy Cohen, condemned the move as 'Albany backroom politics at its worst.' The Department of Transportation called the bill vital for targeted street safety. Vulnerable road users remain exposed as the Assembly stalls action.
- 'I'm not a dictator': Assembly speaker reveals why NYC speed limit bill failed, gothamist.com, Published 2023-06-29
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Edenwald Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Two vehicles crashed on Edenwald Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered neck injuries. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side. Police cited failure to yield and unsafe speed. Both drivers wore seat belts and were not ejected.
According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling east on Edenwald Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors, damaging its right front bumper and left front quarter panel. Both drivers, a 79-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed. Additionally, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused moderate injuries to both vehicle occupants.
11Bus Rear-Ends Stopped Bus on Laconia Avenue▸Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Two buses collided on Laconia Avenue in the Bronx. The moving bus struck the stopped bus from behind. Eleven passengers and drivers suffered whiplash and injuries to head, back, neck, and limbs. The crash caused center front and back end damage.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Laconia Avenue rear-ended a stopped bus. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving bus and the right rear bumper of the stopped bus. Eleven occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured with complaints of whiplash and injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and the moving bus was going straight ahead before impact. The collision caused center front end damage to the moving bus and center back end damage to the stopped bus.
Heastie Opposes Safety‑Boosting Sammy’s Law Speed Limit Control▸Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
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Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie refused to let lawmakers vote on Sammy’s Law. He dodged questions, blamed the city DOT, and ignored calls for lower speed limits. Neighbors and activists demanded action. Children remain at risk. The bill never reached the floor.
On June 23, 2023, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie blocked a vote on Sammy’s Law, a bill that would let New York City set its own speed limits. The bill, named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, killed by a reckless driver in 2013, had majority support but stalled in the Assembly. Heastie’s office declined interviews and blamed the city Department of Transportation, claiming some members wanted more collaboration. The official statement read, 'Every community is different, and some members have significant concerns with moving forward with Sammy's Law at this time.' DOT countered that the law would give the city tools to protect lives. Neighbors and activists criticized Heastie’s inaction, warning that lives remain at risk while the city is denied the power to lower deadly speed limits.
- Heastie Retreat: Assembly Speaker Blows Off Reporter Seeking Comment on ‘Sammy’s Law’ — Then Blames DOT, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-23