Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB7?
Two Dead, Still No Fix: City Lets Third Avenue Kill
Brooklyn CB7: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 28, 2025
Death in the Crosswalk
Just weeks ago, two men stepped into the crosswalk at Third Avenue and 52nd Street. A BMW ran the red. Both men died where they fell. The driver fled. The city had promised a safer street. The promise was broken. Since 2018, drivers have killed or seriously injured 80 people on this two-mile stretch. The dead are not numbers. They are fathers, brothers, neighbors.
The Slow Grind of Policy
The city started talking about a fix in 2014. It is now 2025. The plan sits stalled. Assemblymember Marcela Mitaynes asked, “What is going on? There’s been no conversation, no updates.” State Senator Andrew Gounardes stood at the crash site and said, “We wait until someone dies. We wait until a tragedy. We wait to say, ‘oh my gosh, how could this possibly have happened?’ We let this happen time and time again.”
Councilmember Alexa Avilés called for real investment, not more studies. The city’s answer was a sign: “Be careful.” Gounardes called it an insult. “This is not meant to be a highway. This is where people walk. This is where people live. This is where kids go to school.”
The Numbers Behind the Names
In the last twelve months, four people died and 790 were injured in crashes in Brooklyn CB7. Six suffered serious injuries. Most were walking or biking. Cars and SUVs did the worst harm—five deaths, 227 injuries. Trucks and buses killed one, injured 25. Motorcycles and mopeds killed one, injured 13. Bikes injured 35.
What Comes Next
The city knows how to stop this. The plan is written. The data is clear. The delay is deadly. Every day without change is another family at risk.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand the city finish the job on Third Avenue. Do not wait for another body in the crosswalk.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Brooklyn CB7 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Brooklyn CB7?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Brooklyn CB7?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop this?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Cyclist Injured on Unprotected McGuinness, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-20
- Sunset Park Hit-and-Run Spurs Demands, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- Sunset Park Demands Safer Third Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-23
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726907 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-28
- Sunset Park Urges City to Fast-Track Third Avenue Street Fixes, BKReader, Published 2025-07-24
- After fatal hit-and-run, local pols and street safety advocates slam delay of Third Avenue safety plan, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-07-23
- Cyclists Injured By Hidden String On Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-25
- Brooklyn Leaders Demand Third Avenue Redesign, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
Other Representatives
District 51
4907 4th Ave. Suite 1A, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Room 741, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 38
4417 4th Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-439-9012
250 Broadway, Suite 1746, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7387
District 17
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Room 615, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB7 Brooklyn Community Board 7 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 72, District 38, AD 51, SD 17.
It contains Windsor Terrace-South Slope, Sunset Park (West), Sunset Park (Central), Green-Wood Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 7
Moped Driver Ejected, Suffers Arm Injury on 4 Avenue▸A 29-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured on 4 Avenue. He sustained abrasions and lower arm injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash occurred while traveling north, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver operating a gas moped on 4 Avenue was ejected from his vehicle and suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The driver was conscious but sustained abrasions. The moped was traveling north and struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, yet the vehicle showed no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified. The driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The lack of vehicle damage alongside the driver's ejection highlights the severity of the impact on the vulnerable occupant.
Gounardes Opposes Congestion Pricing Pause Undermining Street Safety▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
-
Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Gounardes votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Gounardes votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
A 29-year-old male moped driver was ejected and injured on 4 Avenue. He sustained abrasions and lower arm injuries. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash occurred while traveling north, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver operating a gas moped on 4 Avenue was ejected from his vehicle and suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The driver was conscious but sustained abrasions. The moped was traveling north and struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, yet the vehicle showed no damage. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified. The driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The lack of vehicle damage alongside the driver's ejection highlights the severity of the impact on the vulnerable occupant.
Gounardes Opposes Congestion Pricing Pause Undermining Street Safety▸Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
-
Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Gounardes votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Gounardes votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
-
File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Albany lawmakers shut down a last-ditch MTA funding plan after Governor Hochul paused congestion pricing. No replacement for the lost $1 billion. Transit riders and street users face uncertainty. Lawmakers call the move reckless. The city waits. Danger lingers.
On June 7, 2024, the New York State legislative session ended without passing a replacement funding plan for the MTA after Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing. The matter, described as 'Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing,' left the MTA without the $1 billion annual revenue congestion pricing would have provided. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the session’s close without a deal. Lawmakers including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, State Sen. John Liu, Assemblyman Harvey Epstein, and Assemblyman Tony Simone criticized the governor’s decision and the proposed IOU bailout. Gounardes said, 'I cannot in good conscience ratify a decision that will eliminate a significant, dedicated revenue source for the MTA’s capital plan.' The pause leaves the city’s transit future—and the safety of those who rely on it—uncertain.
- Albany pumps the brakes on MTA funding plan in rebuke of Hochul’s move to ditch congestion pricing, nypost.com, Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Gounardes votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Gounardes votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Gounardes votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
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Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
- File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Mitaynes votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
- File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Gounardes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Mitaynes votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06
SUV Driver Suffers Neck Injury on Prospect Expressway▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
A 31-year-old female SUV driver sustained a neck injury and whiplash in a single-vehicle crash on Prospect Expressway East. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper while traveling north. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver operating a 2012 Honda SUV was traveling northbound on Prospect Expressway East at 7:49 a.m. The vehicle impacted an object with its left front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the crash. She suffered a neck injury described as whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved in the incident.
Unlicensed Motorcyclist Kills Elderly Pedestrian in Brooklyn▸An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
An unlicensed motorcyclist struck an 82-year-old man crossing 5th Avenue at 60th Street. The impact broke the man’s skull. He died on the sunlit pavement, another life ended by reckless operation on city streets.
According to the police report, an 82-year-old pedestrian was killed at the corner of 5th Avenue and 60th Street in Brooklyn. The man was crossing the street when a northbound motorcycle, operated by an unlicensed rider, struck him head-on. The report states the impact was to the 'center front end' of the motorcycle, resulting in fatal head injuries to the pedestrian. The police report specifically notes the driver's license status as 'unlicensed,' highlighting a critical driver error. The narrative confirms the rider 'hit him square,' and the man died at the scene. While the report mentions the pedestrian was 'crossing without a signal,' it does not list this as a contributing factor, instead marking both contributing factors as 'unspecified.' The focus remains on the unlicensed operation of the motorcycle and the lethal consequences for a vulnerable road user.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
A 48-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Brooklyn intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver was making a left turn at the time.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:35 PM in Brooklyn near 5502 3 Avenue. A 48-year-old female pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when she was struck by a 2017 Toyota SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The SUV showed no damage, indicating impact dynamics that still caused injury despite the absence of visible vehicle damage. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior beyond crossing with the signal.
Bus Hits Cyclist Head-On in Brooklyn▸A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
A bus struck a cyclist on 60 Street. Both moved straight. The bus hit the bike’s front. The rider, a man, suffered arm and hand wounds. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a bus and a bicycle collided on 60 Street in Brooklyn at 8:41 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the bus struck the bicyclist. The point of impact was the bus’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No additional contributing factors or violations were noted in the police data.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
Distracted Driver Triggers Gowanus Expressway Crash▸A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
A distracted driver veered on the Gowanus Expressway. Metal slammed metal. A 39-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, took the brunt. Neck injured. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. System failed her.
According to the police report, a multi-vehicle crash struck the Gowanus Expressway at 17:13. A sedan, SUV, and taxi moved north when a driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes unsafely. The collision injured a 39-year-old female passenger. She suffered neck trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a lap belt. No errors are attributed to her. This crash shows the danger of driver distraction and reckless lane changes on city highways.
Motorcycle Collides With Sedan on 3 Avenue▸A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
A motorcycle making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:46 on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. A motorcycle was making a left turn when it collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the motorcycle and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles northbound. The report lists the motorcycle driver's contributing factors as unspecified and does not cite any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Distracted SUV Strikes Brooklyn Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
A distracted SUV driver hit a 42-year-old bicyclist on 32 Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The SUV was parked before impact and showed no damage. The crash exposed driver inattention as the key cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on 32 Street near 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. A 42-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The SUV involved was a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, who was parked before the crash. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV, which sustained no damage. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.
S 9718Gounardes votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
2Improper Lane Change Causes Collision on Gowanus Expy▸Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Two male drivers collided on the Gowanus Expressway at dawn. Both suffered upper arm injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper passing and lane usage as the cause. Vehicles struck front ends during an eastbound lane change maneuver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:25 AM on the Gowanus Expressway involving a 2020 Mazda SUV and a 2009 BMW sedan, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers, males, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. This indicates driver error in lane management led to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.