May 24 - A 37-year-old woman driving an SUV on Hicks Street suffered whiplash in a crash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The impact damaged the SUV’s front end. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Hicks Street near Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. She was driving a 2022 SUV northbound when the crash occurred. The report notes the driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and suffered whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, with the point of impact at the left front bumper. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The report identifies the injured person as the driver and occupant of the SUV. No other vehicles or persons were reported injured or involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4531589 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 23 - A 24-year-old man crashed his sedan into a parked car on Huntington Street. The street was quiet. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The engine ticked under the streetlamp. No other injuries reported. The night stayed silent.

A 24-year-old man died after crashing a 2009 Honda sedan into a parked car near 27 Huntington Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man was unbelted and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened late at night on a quiet street. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The only injury was to the driver, who died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other occupants were involved. The report notes the driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but does not list this as a contributing factor. The parked car was struck on the right rear bumper. The street remained empty after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4531473 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 23 - Albany passed a bill letting New York City run speed cameras all day, every day. Lawmakers cut tougher penalties for repeat offenders. Advocates called the final bill a win, but mourned lost safety measures. Vulnerable road users remain exposed to reckless drivers.

On May 23, 2022, the New York State legislature passed a bill allowing New York City to operate speed cameras 24/7. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes and Assembly Member Deborah Glick, originally included tougher measures: escalating fines, registration suspensions, and insurance reporting for repeat speeders. These provisions were stripped during negotiations, leaving only the round-the-clock camera operation. Assembly Member Glick said, 'keeping the cameras on 24/7 was that hill.' Mayor Eric Adams called it 'a major victory for New Yorkers that will save lives.' Advocacy groups and lawmakers voiced frustration at Albany’s reluctance to adopt stronger safety tools. The final law removes blackout periods for cameras, but leaves dangerous drivers with fewer consequences. The bill passed despite disappointment over its dilution, exposing the limits of legislative action for street safety.

• Anatomy of a Sausage: How a Great Bill Got Gutted in Albany’s Mediocrity Factory, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-05-23

May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.

• File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23

May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.

• File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-23

May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.

• File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23

May 23 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.

• File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23

May 23 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.

• File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-23

May 21 - A 72-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended another vehicle on Union Street in Brooklyn. Both she and a 73-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and shock. The crash was caused by following too closely and driver distraction.

According to the police report, a 72-year-old female driver of a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on Union Street rear-ended another vehicle going north. The impact was to the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the other vehicle. Both the driver and her 73-year-old front passenger were injured, suffering neck pain and shock. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists the primary contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4531009 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 21 - Andrew Gounardes backs a deal to keep speed cameras on in 750 school zones at all hours. Crashes spike at night and on weekends. Cameras catch reckless drivers. Fewer end up in the ER. The fix is partial, but it will save lives.

On May 21, 2022, State Senator Andrew Gounardes endorsed a legislative deal to allow speed cameras in 750 New York City school zones to operate 24/7. The measure, awaiting City Council and state approval, aims to keep cameras running nights and weekends—when 41% of crashes occur. The matter summary states: 'the Legislature is poised to do the right thing and allow the speed cameras...to keep operating around the clock.' Gounardes, a key advocate, joins Mayor Adams and crash victims’ families in support. The endorsement highlights that automated enforcement cuts reckless driving and reduces injuries. The deal falls short by lacking escalating penalties for repeat speeders and lasting only three years. Still, keeping cameras on at all hours is the most important fix, targeting the deadliest times for vulnerable road users.

• Yes, we cam: A deal on NYC traffic enforcement speed cameras will save lives, nydailynews.com, Published 2022-05-21

May 20 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan turned left into his path on Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. The sedan hit the moped’s right front quarter panel. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound moped on Prospect Park West in Brooklyn. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan struck the moped’s right front quarter panel, damaging the sedan’s left front quarter panel and bumper. The report lists driver errors as inattention/distraction and improper passing or lane usage. The moped driver was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted. The sedan driver was licensed and female; the moped driver was male. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and improper lane maneuvers in shared road spaces.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533698 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 20 - Lawmakers struck a deal. Speed cameras stay for three more years. Cameras will run all day, every day. Assemblywoman Glick backs the move. Streets saw less speeding where cameras watched. The city council must approve. The fight against traffic violence continues.

Bill to extend and expand New York City's automated speed camera program advanced on May 20, 2022. Assemblywoman Deborah Glick, representing District 66, cosponsors the legislation. The bill awaits City Council approval. The measure allows cameras to operate 24/7, instead of limited weekday hours. The matter summary states: 'State lawmakers have reached a deal to extend and expand a New York City traffic camera program that has ticketed reckless drivers in school zones since 2013.' Glick said, 'Speeding, as we all know, has become more prolific during the pandemic.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes, Senate sponsor, said, 'Speed cameras save lives.' Mayor Adams called the bill a 'major victory for New Yorkers.' City data shows speeding dropped 72% during camera hours. The extension aims to curb rising traffic violence and protect vulnerable road users.

• Lawmakers reach deal for 3-year extension to NYC speed camera program, nydailynews.com, Published 2022-05-20

May 20 - Lawmakers move to keep speed cameras running in school zones. The bill grants a three-year extension. Cameras will operate 24/7. Deborah Glick expected to sponsor in Assembly. The measure aims to curb reckless driving and protect people on foot and bike.

Bill to extend New York City's speed camera program for three years is advancing. State Sen. Andrew Gounardes introduced the measure on May 19, 2022. The bill allows cameras in up to 750 school zones to run around the clock until July 1, 2025. Assemblymember Deborah Glick, District 66, is expected to sponsor the bill in the Assembly. The bill summary states it will 'allow New York City to extend its soon-to-expire speed camera program and keep the devices running 24 hours a day.' Mayor Eric Adams called the deal 'a major victory for New Yorkers that will save lives and help stem the tide of traffic violence.' The bill dropped harsher penalties for repeat offenders, focusing on the extension and expanded hours. The City Council must approve a home rule message before the state Legislature votes. The legislative session ends June 2, 2022.

• Lawmakers likely to extend NYC speed cameras for 3 years, gothamist.com, Published 2022-05-20

May 19 - Albany renewed New York City’s speed cameras for three years, now running 24/7. Lawmakers stripped out tougher penalties for repeat speeders. Advocates cheered the cameras but mourned lost reforms. The deal keeps watch, but reckless drivers dodge real consequences.

Bill to extend New York City’s speed camera program passed on May 19, 2022, after a legislative compromise. The measure, confirmed by State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, grants a three-year extension with 24/7 camera operation. The original bill would have suspended registrations for repeat speeders, notified insurers, and raised fines. These provisions were removed after concerns from lawmakers, including co-sponsor Sen. Roxanne Persaud. The matter summary: 'Albany lawmakers reached a deal to renew and expand New York City's speed camera program, keeping them on 24/7, but only after key provisions...were removed.' Mayor Adams called the deal 'a major victory,' but advocates like Eric McClure of StreetsPAC said, 'it’s not enough.' The City Council must submit a home rule message before final passage. The compromise keeps cameras rolling but leaves dangerous drivers unchecked.

• Albany Deal Extends Speed Cameras, But Sacrifices the Bill’s Boldest Provisions, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-05-19

May 18 - A 48-year-old male driver in a 2017 SUV struck a parked forklift in Brooklyn. The SUV’s right side doors took the impact. The driver suffered a neck injury but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old male driver operating a 2017 SUV traveling northwest on Columbia Street collided with a parked forklift. The point of impact was the SUV’s right side doors, which sustained damage. The driver was injured, suffering a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically driver inattention or distraction and passing too closely. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The forklift was stationary at the time of the crash and had damage to its center front end.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529026 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 18 - Albany stalls on S5602. The mayor stays quiet. Speed cameras hang in the balance. Some senators push for 24/7 enforcement. Others hedge. Council members want camera cash for roads. The clock runs out. Streets stay dangerous. Lives hang on the vote.

Senate bill S5602, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, would expand New York City’s speed camera program to 24/7 operation. The legislative session nears its end with no clear action. State Sen. Jabari Brisport supports the bill, calling for round-the-clock enforcement. Sen. John Liu backs maintaining cameras but won’t commit to S5602. Some City Council members demand that camera revenue fund local road improvements. Assembly Member Dick Gottfried doubts the Council will send the required home rule message in time, while Assembly Member William Magnarelli promises to advance the bill if they do. Mayor Adams’ team claims safety was discussed in Albany, but the mayor himself stayed silent. The bill faces opposition over increased penalties and insurance notifications. Without action, the city’s speed cameras—and the safety of its streets—are at risk.

• ALBANY NOTEBOOK: Mayor Treks Upstate, But Speed Cameras are Still at Risk of Expiring, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-05-18

May 17 - A 31-year-old man walking along 4 Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a sedan making a left turn. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow. Impact occurred on the vehicle’s right side doors.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn made a left turn and struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian walking along the highway with traffic. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, dislocated injury to his elbow and lower arm. The point of impact was the right side doors of the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Additionally, pedestrian error or confusion was noted. The driver was licensed and operating a 2013 Toyota sedan with two occupants. The collision caused damage to the vehicle’s right side doors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and injured but not ejected.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528708 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.

• File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-16

May 16 - Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.

• File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-05-16

May 15 - A moped carrying two collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway late at night. The driver and passenger suffered abrasions and injuries to the shoulder and head. The crash involved reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and following too closely.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger were injured in a moped crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at 11:46 p.m. The driver wore a helmet. Both occupants sustained abrasions; the driver injured his shoulder and upper arm, the passenger injured her head. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped's center front end was damaged on impact. The driver held a learner's permit. Neither occupant was ejected. The crash highlights driver errors related to vehicle spacing and reaction, with no fault attributed to the victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529089 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19