About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 15
▸ Crush Injuries 15
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 17
▸ Concussion 31
▸ Whiplash 162
▸ Contusion/Bruise 274
▸ Abrasion 150
▸ Pain/Nausea 55
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Flatbush and Fulton don’t forgive
Brooklyn CB2: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
A woman died at Flatbush and State. An SUV sat stopped in traffic. A sedan drove straight. The right‑rear passenger was crushed. She did not make it. That was 11:04 p.m. on February 28. The city logged it as CrashID 4795527.
Two more riders died on the BQE. One at 9:58 p.m. on May 10. A motorcycle hit the back of a slowing sedan. The rider died at the scene. The state called it CrashID 4812048. Another at 1:57 a.m. on July 3. A 55‑year‑old was ejected. Helmet on. Gone. That’s CrashID 4825127.
A 55‑year‑old woman tried to cross Fulton at Washington. She was not at an intersection. An SUV going west hit her. She died on May 17. The record is CrashID 4813415.
In this board, since 2022, 13 people have died and 2,721 were hurt. Pedestrians took 490 injuries, with 17 listed as serious. Cyclists suffered 494 injuries, 16 serious. The counts sit in the city’s files for this area, dated through August 26, 2025. See the rollup in the same NYC Open Data.
BQE. Fulton. Flatbush. The names repeat in police logs. The pain repeats in families.
Where the street bites
The BQE is the worst line on the map here: 309 injuries and three deaths since 2022. That is the top hotspot, stamped in the data as BROOKLYN QUEENS EXPRESSWAY. Tillary Street follows with 58 injuries and four serious injuries. Fulton Street shows 109 injuries.
The clock doesn’t help. Injuries stack up in the afternoon. From 1 p.m. through 5 p.m., the files show nine deaths and hundreds hurt, with a spike at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. The hourly curve is in the board’s distribution.
Who gets hit
People outside cars carry the damage. Pedestrians: 490 injuries, 17 serious, two deaths. Cyclists: 494 injuries, 16 serious. Motorized micromobility adds another 123 injuries and three serious injuries. Cars and SUVs still drive most of the harm to walkers: sedans account for 170 pedestrian injuries; SUVs for 133. The board’s mode and vehicle tallies live in the dataset.
Causes come cold on the page. “Other” factors sit atop with 767 injuries and 17 serious injuries. “Vulnerable road user error” is tagged in two deaths and 11 serious injuries. Distraction is there too. So are red lights blown and bad passes. The city labels and counts are in the contributing factors.
Promises on paper
At Flatbush and State, the passenger died while the SUV was “stopped in traffic,” the file says. The board’s council member, Lincoln Restler, has pressed bills to keep space clear and kids safer near schools. A resolution he sponsors would let a state bill ticket owners when cameras catch parking rule violations. It aims to stop the crosswalk and bike‑lane blockers that force people into traffic. The text sits in Res 1024‑2025. The measure “calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the Governor to sign, A.5440.” That is the council’s record.
He also co‑sponsors a bill to force DOT to install school‑zone safety devices within 60 days of a study. The title is Int 1353‑2025. Another bill he leads would revoke placards for obscured plates. The listings are on the same Council site.
What Albany moved
Speed cameras will stay on through 2030. The governor signed the reauthorization on June 30. “Speed cameras save lives and keep New Yorkers safe,” she said. That’s in the Streetsblog report. AMNY covered the same extension and noted the sponsors. Read it here: renewed through 2030.
In the Senate, lawmakers advanced a bill to clamp repeat speeders with intelligent speed assistance. Senator Jabari Brisport voted yes in committee. So did Senator Andrew Gounardes. The bill is S 4045. The committee records are linked on that page.
What must change on these blocks
- Daylight the corners on Fulton, Tillary, and Flatbush. Clear the sightlines that hide people in the crosswalk.
- Harden the turns where drivers cut close. Protect walkers and cyclists at the apexes.
- Target repeat hotspots on the BQE feeders with automated and manual enforcement during the peak injury hours listed above.
These are small fixes. They keep bones intact.
The cost of delay
Police and press keep writing the same lines in other parts of the city. “A driver struck and killed a 47‑year‑old pedestrian… then left the scene,” police said in Bushwick this month. That man was found dead in the road. The driver was gone. Read the Daily News and Gothamist coverage.
The pattern is not special. It is routine. It is ours.
Slow it down, citywide
Albany renewed cameras. The Council is pushing to clear lanes and speed up school‑zone fixes. The state bill to force speed limiters on repeat offenders is moving. These steps cut risk for people on foot and on bikes. Pair them with a lower default speed limit and targeted fixes at BQE ramps, Fulton, Tillary, and Flatbush. Fewer sirens. Fewer vigils.
One call helps. Start here: Take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes (includes CrashIDs cited) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- NYC Council Legistar entries (Res 1024‑2025; Int 1353‑2025), NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-30
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- S 4045 – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States/NYS Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Driver Flees After Brooklyn Pedestrian Death, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Bushwick Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-04
Other Representatives
District 57
55 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Room 731, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 35
55 Hanson Place, Suite 778, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-260-9191
250 Broadway, Suite 1762, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7081
District 25
906 Broadway 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Room 805, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB2 Brooklyn Community Board 2 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 88, District 35, AD 57, SD 25.
It contains Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn-Dumbo-Boerum Hill, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Navy Yard.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 2
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Moped Driver Partially Ejected on Classon Avenue▸Oct 17 - A moped driver suffered a severe head injury and was partially ejected after colliding with a sedan on Classon Avenue. The driver was incoherent at the scene. Police cited illness and traffic control disregard as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Classon Avenue involving a 2023 ZNEN moped and a 2023 Toyota sedan. The moped driver, a 41-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained a severe head injury. The driver was incoherent at the scene, and police noted 'Illness' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The moped was traveling west and impacted the sedan's right front quarter panel, which was traveling north. The sedan showed no damage. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor. The sedan driver held a permit license. The crash highlights driver errors related to disregarding traffic controls and the impact of medical conditions on vehicle operation.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clinton Street▸Oct 16 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Clinton Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers were heading north when the rear vehicle struck the front. Two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash, both restrained but shocked. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 10:40 AM on Clinton Street in Brooklyn, two SUVs traveling north collided in a rear-end crash. The front vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with three occupants, was struck in the center back end by a 2016 Honda SUV traveling behind it. The point of impact was the center front end of the rear vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. Two passengers in the front vehicle, a 43-year-old female and a 39-year-old male, both seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report notes their emotional status as shock. There are no contributing factors listed for the passengers. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Brooklyn.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A 34-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The SUV driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way amid obstructed views. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:26 on De Kalb Avenue near Hall Street in Brooklyn. A 34-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors to the collision. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver, a licensed male, struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. Notably, the vehicle sustained no damage. The report places responsibility on the driver's failure to yield and limited visibility, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Right-Turn Crash▸Oct 10 - A 77-year-old man crossing Greene Avenue with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, resulting in a hip and upper leg abrasion. The pedestrian remained conscious despite the injury.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Greene Avenue and Grand Avenue in Brooklyn around 1:07 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan, traveling southwest and making a right turn, struck him at the center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
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Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Jay Street▸Oct 10 - A 27-year-old woman riding north on Jay Street was ejected from her bike. She hit hard. Her arm and hand were torn up. She wore a helmet. Still, she was badly hurt. No cars involved. Brooklyn pavement took its toll.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist traveling northbound on Jay Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash happened at 8:57 AM and involved only the cyclist, with damage to the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor and does not mention any driver errors or other vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious and wore a helmet at the time of the crash. This incident underscores the risks faced by cyclists, even when no other vehicles are present.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car▸Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
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Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
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Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
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Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
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Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 17 - A moped driver suffered a severe head injury and was partially ejected after colliding with a sedan on Classon Avenue. The driver was incoherent at the scene. Police cited illness and traffic control disregard as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Classon Avenue involving a 2023 ZNEN moped and a 2023 Toyota sedan. The moped driver, a 41-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained a severe head injury. The driver was incoherent at the scene, and police noted 'Illness' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The moped was traveling west and impacted the sedan's right front quarter panel, which was traveling north. The sedan showed no damage. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor. The sedan driver held a permit license. The crash highlights driver errors related to disregarding traffic controls and the impact of medical conditions on vehicle operation.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another on Clinton Street▸Oct 16 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Clinton Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers were heading north when the rear vehicle struck the front. Two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash, both restrained but shocked. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 10:40 AM on Clinton Street in Brooklyn, two SUVs traveling north collided in a rear-end crash. The front vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with three occupants, was struck in the center back end by a 2016 Honda SUV traveling behind it. The point of impact was the center front end of the rear vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. Two passengers in the front vehicle, a 43-year-old female and a 39-year-old male, both seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report notes their emotional status as shock. There are no contributing factors listed for the passengers. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Brooklyn.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A 34-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The SUV driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way amid obstructed views. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:26 on De Kalb Avenue near Hall Street in Brooklyn. A 34-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors to the collision. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver, a licensed male, struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. Notably, the vehicle sustained no damage. The report places responsibility on the driver's failure to yield and limited visibility, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
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77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Right-Turn Crash▸Oct 10 - A 77-year-old man crossing Greene Avenue with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, resulting in a hip and upper leg abrasion. The pedestrian remained conscious despite the injury.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Greene Avenue and Grand Avenue in Brooklyn around 1:07 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan, traveling southwest and making a right turn, struck him at the center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
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Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Jay Street▸Oct 10 - A 27-year-old woman riding north on Jay Street was ejected from her bike. She hit hard. Her arm and hand were torn up. She wore a helmet. Still, she was badly hurt. No cars involved. Brooklyn pavement took its toll.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist traveling northbound on Jay Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash happened at 8:57 AM and involved only the cyclist, with damage to the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor and does not mention any driver errors or other vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious and wore a helmet at the time of the crash. This incident underscores the risks faced by cyclists, even when no other vehicles are present.
9
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car▸Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
8
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
29
Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 16 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Clinton Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers were heading north when the rear vehicle struck the front. Two passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash, both restrained but shocked. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, at 10:40 AM on Clinton Street in Brooklyn, two SUVs traveling north collided in a rear-end crash. The front vehicle, a 2018 Toyota SUV with three occupants, was struck in the center back end by a 2016 Honda SUV traveling behind it. The point of impact was the center front end of the rear vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. Two passengers in the front vehicle, a 43-year-old female and a 39-year-old male, both seated in the middle front seat or lying across a seat, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report notes their emotional status as shock. There are no contributing factors listed for the passengers. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Brooklyn.
11
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A 34-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The SUV driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way amid obstructed views. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:26 on De Kalb Avenue near Hall Street in Brooklyn. A 34-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors to the collision. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver, a licensed male, struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. Notably, the vehicle sustained no damage. The report places responsibility on the driver's failure to yield and limited visibility, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
11
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
10
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Right-Turn Crash▸Oct 10 - A 77-year-old man crossing Greene Avenue with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, resulting in a hip and upper leg abrasion. The pedestrian remained conscious despite the injury.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Greene Avenue and Grand Avenue in Brooklyn around 1:07 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan, traveling southwest and making a right turn, struck him at the center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
10
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Jay Street▸Oct 10 - A 27-year-old woman riding north on Jay Street was ejected from her bike. She hit hard. Her arm and hand were torn up. She wore a helmet. Still, she was badly hurt. No cars involved. Brooklyn pavement took its toll.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist traveling northbound on Jay Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash happened at 8:57 AM and involved only the cyclist, with damage to the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor and does not mention any driver errors or other vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious and wore a helmet at the time of the crash. This incident underscores the risks faced by cyclists, even when no other vehicles are present.
9
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car▸Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
8
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
-
File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 11 - A 34-year-old woman was struck at a Brooklyn intersection while crossing with the signal. The SUV driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way amid obstructed views. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:26 on De Kalb Avenue near Hall Street in Brooklyn. A 34-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors to the collision. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, with an injury severity level of 3. The driver, a licensed male, struck the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. Notably, the vehicle sustained no damage. The report places responsibility on the driver's failure to yield and limited visibility, without attributing fault to the pedestrian.
11
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
10
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Right-Turn Crash▸Oct 10 - A 77-year-old man crossing Greene Avenue with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, resulting in a hip and upper leg abrasion. The pedestrian remained conscious despite the injury.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Greene Avenue and Grand Avenue in Brooklyn around 1:07 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan, traveling southwest and making a right turn, struck him at the center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
10
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Jay Street▸Oct 10 - A 27-year-old woman riding north on Jay Street was ejected from her bike. She hit hard. Her arm and hand were torn up. She wore a helmet. Still, she was badly hurt. No cars involved. Brooklyn pavement took its toll.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist traveling northbound on Jay Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash happened at 8:57 AM and involved only the cyclist, with damage to the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor and does not mention any driver errors or other vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious and wore a helmet at the time of the crash. This incident underscores the risks faced by cyclists, even when no other vehicles are present.
9
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car▸Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
8
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
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Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
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Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 11 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact caused head injuries to the 32-year-old female cyclist. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to yield and following too closely as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:30 on Atlantic Avenue near Vanderbilt Avenue in Brooklyn. A 32-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining head trauma but remained conscious. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling northwest and was passing when it collided with the bicyclist. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the bike. The report identifies the sedan driver’s errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no helmet listed as contributing factor. The collision’s cause centers on the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and yield, highlighting systemic dangers for vulnerable road users.
10
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Brooklyn Right-Turn Crash▸Oct 10 - A 77-year-old man crossing Greene Avenue with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, resulting in a hip and upper leg abrasion. The pedestrian remained conscious despite the injury.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Greene Avenue and Grand Avenue in Brooklyn around 1:07 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan, traveling southwest and making a right turn, struck him at the center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
10
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Jay Street▸Oct 10 - A 27-year-old woman riding north on Jay Street was ejected from her bike. She hit hard. Her arm and hand were torn up. She wore a helmet. Still, she was badly hurt. No cars involved. Brooklyn pavement took its toll.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist traveling northbound on Jay Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash happened at 8:57 AM and involved only the cyclist, with damage to the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor and does not mention any driver errors or other vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious and wore a helmet at the time of the crash. This incident underscores the risks faced by cyclists, even when no other vehicles are present.
9
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car▸Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
8
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 10 - A 77-year-old man crossing Greene Avenue with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, resulting in a hip and upper leg abrasion. The pedestrian remained conscious despite the injury.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Greene Avenue and Grand Avenue in Brooklyn around 1:07 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan, traveling southwest and making a right turn, struck him at the center front end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
10
Bicyclist Ejected, Injured on Jay Street▸Oct 10 - A 27-year-old woman riding north on Jay Street was ejected from her bike. She hit hard. Her arm and hand were torn up. She wore a helmet. Still, she was badly hurt. No cars involved. Brooklyn pavement took its toll.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist traveling northbound on Jay Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash happened at 8:57 AM and involved only the cyclist, with damage to the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor and does not mention any driver errors or other vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious and wore a helmet at the time of the crash. This incident underscores the risks faced by cyclists, even when no other vehicles are present.
9
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car▸Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
8
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
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Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 10 - A 27-year-old woman riding north on Jay Street was ejected from her bike. She hit hard. Her arm and hand were torn up. She wore a helmet. Still, she was badly hurt. No cars involved. Brooklyn pavement took its toll.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female bicyclist traveling northbound on Jay Street in Brooklyn was ejected from her bike and suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash happened at 8:57 AM and involved only the cyclist, with damage to the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor and does not mention any driver errors or other vehicles. The bicyclist was conscious and wore a helmet at the time of the crash. This incident underscores the risks faced by cyclists, even when no other vehicles are present.
9
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car▸Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
8
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 9 - A distracted driver traveling east on Park Avenue struck a 40-year-old man emerging from a parked vehicle. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper at an intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:45 a.m. on Park Avenue near North Portland Avenue. A pedestrian, age 40, was injured after emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at the intersection. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The vehicle was unoccupied except for the driver, and damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban settings.
8
Two Sedans Collide on Atlantic Avenue▸Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 8 - Two sedans collided on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn at night. Both vehicles were traveling west when one changed lanes and struck the other’s left front quarter panel. Two female passengers suffered neck injuries with whiplash, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:52 on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling west were involved. One driver was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the first vehicle and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. Two female passengers, ages 50 and 62, were injured with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from the vehicles. The injuries occurred to occupants seated in the rear seats. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers. The collision highlights driver errors in lane changing and close passing as the cause of the crash.
7
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
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Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
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File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 7 - A 30-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered full-body injuries after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The crash, caused by driver inexperience and following too closely, left the rider in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 11:35 on 4 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involving a 2024 moped and a 2018 Nissan SUV. The moped driver, a 30-year-old female, was unlicensed and traveling southbound when the crash happened. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle, sustaining injuries to her entire body and was found in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV driver’s license status was not reported. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behavior was listed as contributing factors.
4
Aggressive Left Turn Sedan Hits Pedestrian▸Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
29
Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
-
File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Oct 4 - Sedan making a left turn struck a 41-year-old man near Myrtle Avenue. The driver acted aggressively and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and shock. No damage to the car. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not in the roadway. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle, a 2007 Lexus sedan, sustained no damage. Driver error—aggressive driving and failure to yield—caused harm to a vulnerable road user.
29
Sedans Slam in Brooklyn, Five Hurt▸Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
-
File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 29 - Two sedans crashed on Washington Avenue. Five people, drivers and passengers, suffered whiplash and body injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard. Impact was hard. Streets remain dangerous for all inside.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Washington Avenue in Brooklyn at 2:08 AM. The crash left five people injured: a 42-year-old female driver, a 24-year-old male driver, and three passengers aged 45, 53, and 55. All suffered whiplash and injuries to the neck or entire body. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No one was ejected. The report does not mention any victim actions or helmet use. This crash shows the harm caused when drivers ignore traffic controls on city streets.
27
Distracted Cyclist Slams Into Rider on Sands Street▸Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
-
File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 27 - Two bikes crashed head-on at Sands Street. One woman, 35, bled from her leg and foot. Distraction and inexperience fueled the impact. Brooklyn pavement took the blow.
According to the police report, two bicyclists collided near 167 Sands Street in Brooklyn at 12:30 PM. One cyclist, heading west, went straight. The other, heading east, made a U-turn. The front ends struck. A 35-year-old woman suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding. She wore a helmet and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other behaviors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the risk when distraction and inexperience meet on city streets, even among cyclists.
26Int 0346-2024
Hudson votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
-
File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
26Res 0574-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to boost cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
-
File Res 0574-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
25
Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
24
Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
23
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
22
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 26 - Council pushes Albany to let New York City ticket drivers who block bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Cyclists face deadly risk. Lawmakers demand action. Streets must protect the vulnerable.
Resolution 0574-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 26, 2024, it urges passage of S.5008A/A.803A. The measure calls for a 'bicycle lane safety program' using cameras to enforce bike lane rules. Council Members Shahana K. Hanif (primary sponsor), Lincoln Restler, and Erik D. Bottcher back the resolution. The text states: 'enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' The council demands Albany act. Cyclists die while drivers block lanes. The bill aims to hold motorists accountable and protect those most at risk.
- File Res 0574-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
26Int 1069-2024
Restler co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
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Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 26 - Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
- File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
26Int 0346-2024
Restler votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
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Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Brooklyn Cyclist▸Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
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Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 25 - A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue and hit a southbound bicyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The turning car caused the impact.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Flushing Avenue near Navy Street in Brooklyn struck a southbound bicyclist at 16:03. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no explicit driver errors, but the turning maneuver by the sedan directly caused the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected but was left in shock. No contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The crash involved the center front ends of both vehicles.
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Rear-End Crash on Tillary Injures Passenger▸Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Tillary Street in Brooklyn. A 69-year-old front-seat passenger suffered head injuries and shock. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The victim was restrained by a lap belt but still injured in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on Tillary Street in Brooklyn involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The collision was caused by 'Following Too Closely,' a driver error explicitly cited as the contributing factor. The first vehicle, a 2023 Audi sedan, struck the rear center of a 2015 Toyota sedan. The front passenger in the Toyota, a 69-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain and nausea. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights the driver error of following too closely as the primary cause of the crash, focusing on the systemic danger posed by insufficient vehicle spacing. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 23 - A 29-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV struck her at a Brooklyn intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Bond Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2022 SUV, was making a right turn when the collision happened. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old female, was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not cite any pedestrian behavior as contributing to the crash, focusing responsibility on the driver's failure to yield.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Clinton Avenue▸Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Sep 22 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause. Both vehicles traveled northbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:59 PM on Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn. A sedan and a moped were both traveling northbound when the sedan collided with the moped’s right rear bumper. The moped driver, a 42-year-old man, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," listed twice as contributing factors, indicating failure to maintain a safe distance. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The point of impact on the sedan was the center back end, confirming a rear-end collision. This crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses to vulnerable road users like moped riders.