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?
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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
Mitaynes Backs Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Two Cyclists Collide Head-On in Brooklyn▸Two bikes crashed head-on on 7 Avenue. A 33-year-old woman was thrown from her bike. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Both riders went straight. No cars involved. The street left one cyclist hurt.
According to the police report, two bicyclists traveling straight on 7 Avenue collided head-on. A 33-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both cyclists were licensed. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash left the female cyclist seriously injured but conscious at the scene.
Moped Driver Partially Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸An 18-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious with minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male moped driver was partially ejected and sustained a head injury after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious and had minor bleeding. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The moped sustained damage to its center front end. The driver held a learner's permit. No other occupants were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Injured in Brooklyn▸A 45-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and injured on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries. The crash involved another unspecified vehicle. The rider was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider sustained abrasions and upper arm injuries and was reported to be in shock. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead, and collided with another unspecified vehicle also going straight ahead. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors for either party. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Head-On▸A Ford SUV turning left collided head-on with a northbound e-bike on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered head injuries and abrasions. The e-bike driver was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford SUV was making a left turn on 5 Avenue when it struck an e-bike traveling straight north. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was unlicensed. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not specify any for the SUV driver. The e-bike rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable riders.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on 4 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old woman suffered facial injuries and shock. The driver showed signs of inattention. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash left her in pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2009 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining facial injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered complaint of pain or nausea. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the cyclist who was going straight ahead. The driver was licensed in New York, and the bicyclist was licensed in New Jersey. No other contributing factors were specified.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
- Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations, amny.com, Published 2023-07-18
Two Cyclists Collide Head-On in Brooklyn▸Two bikes crashed head-on on 7 Avenue. A 33-year-old woman was thrown from her bike. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Both riders went straight. No cars involved. The street left one cyclist hurt.
According to the police report, two bicyclists traveling straight on 7 Avenue collided head-on. A 33-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both cyclists were licensed. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash left the female cyclist seriously injured but conscious at the scene.
Moped Driver Partially Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸An 18-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious with minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male moped driver was partially ejected and sustained a head injury after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious and had minor bleeding. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The moped sustained damage to its center front end. The driver held a learner's permit. No other occupants were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Injured in Brooklyn▸A 45-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and injured on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries. The crash involved another unspecified vehicle. The rider was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider sustained abrasions and upper arm injuries and was reported to be in shock. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead, and collided with another unspecified vehicle also going straight ahead. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors for either party. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Head-On▸A Ford SUV turning left collided head-on with a northbound e-bike on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered head injuries and abrasions. The e-bike driver was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford SUV was making a left turn on 5 Avenue when it struck an e-bike traveling straight north. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was unlicensed. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not specify any for the SUV driver. The e-bike rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable riders.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on 4 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old woman suffered facial injuries and shock. The driver showed signs of inattention. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash left her in pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2009 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining facial injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered complaint of pain or nausea. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the cyclist who was going straight ahead. The driver was licensed in New York, and the bicyclist was licensed in New Jersey. No other contributing factors were specified.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
Two bikes crashed head-on on 7 Avenue. A 33-year-old woman was thrown from her bike. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. Both riders went straight. No cars involved. The street left one cyclist hurt.
According to the police report, two bicyclists traveling straight on 7 Avenue collided head-on. A 33-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Both cyclists were licensed. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash left the female cyclist seriously injured but conscious at the scene.
Moped Driver Partially Ejected in Brooklyn Crash▸An 18-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious with minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male moped driver was partially ejected and sustained a head injury after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious and had minor bleeding. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The moped sustained damage to its center front end. The driver held a learner's permit. No other occupants were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Injured in Brooklyn▸A 45-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and injured on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries. The crash involved another unspecified vehicle. The rider was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider sustained abrasions and upper arm injuries and was reported to be in shock. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead, and collided with another unspecified vehicle also going straight ahead. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors for either party. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Head-On▸A Ford SUV turning left collided head-on with a northbound e-bike on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered head injuries and abrasions. The e-bike driver was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford SUV was making a left turn on 5 Avenue when it struck an e-bike traveling straight north. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was unlicensed. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not specify any for the SUV driver. The e-bike rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable riders.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on 4 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old woman suffered facial injuries and shock. The driver showed signs of inattention. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash left her in pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2009 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining facial injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered complaint of pain or nausea. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the cyclist who was going straight ahead. The driver was licensed in New York, and the bicyclist was licensed in New Jersey. No other contributing factors were specified.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
An 18-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head injury in a collision with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious with minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention and other vehicular factors as causes.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male moped driver was partially ejected and sustained a head injury after colliding head-on with an SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver was unconscious and had minor bleeding. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The moped sustained damage to its center front end. The driver held a learner's permit. No other occupants were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Injured in Brooklyn▸A 45-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and injured on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries. The crash involved another unspecified vehicle. The rider was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider sustained abrasions and upper arm injuries and was reported to be in shock. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead, and collided with another unspecified vehicle also going straight ahead. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors for either party. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Head-On▸A Ford SUV turning left collided head-on with a northbound e-bike on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered head injuries and abrasions. The e-bike driver was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford SUV was making a left turn on 5 Avenue when it struck an e-bike traveling straight north. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was unlicensed. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not specify any for the SUV driver. The e-bike rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable riders.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on 4 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old woman suffered facial injuries and shock. The driver showed signs of inattention. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash left her in pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2009 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining facial injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered complaint of pain or nausea. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the cyclist who was going straight ahead. The driver was licensed in New York, and the bicyclist was licensed in New Jersey. No other contributing factors were specified.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A 45-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and injured on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries. The crash involved another unspecified vehicle. The rider was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on 16 Street near 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider sustained abrasions and upper arm injuries and was reported to be in shock. The e-scooter was traveling south, going straight ahead, and collided with another unspecified vehicle also going straight ahead. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors for either party. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Head-On▸A Ford SUV turning left collided head-on with a northbound e-bike on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered head injuries and abrasions. The e-bike driver was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford SUV was making a left turn on 5 Avenue when it struck an e-bike traveling straight north. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was unlicensed. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not specify any for the SUV driver. The e-bike rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable riders.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on 4 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old woman suffered facial injuries and shock. The driver showed signs of inattention. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash left her in pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2009 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining facial injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered complaint of pain or nausea. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the cyclist who was going straight ahead. The driver was licensed in New York, and the bicyclist was licensed in New Jersey. No other contributing factors were specified.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A Ford SUV turning left collided head-on with a northbound e-bike on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered head injuries and abrasions. The e-bike driver was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2022 Ford SUV was making a left turn on 5 Avenue when it struck an e-bike traveling straight north. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and abrasions. The SUV driver was licensed; the e-bike rider was unlicensed. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not specify any for the SUV driver. The e-bike rider wore a helmet. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable riders.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on 4 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old woman suffered facial injuries and shock. The driver showed signs of inattention. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash left her in pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2009 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining facial injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered complaint of pain or nausea. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the cyclist who was going straight ahead. The driver was licensed in New York, and the bicyclist was licensed in New Jersey. No other contributing factors were specified.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
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Published 2023-06-08
A sedan turning left on 4 Avenue struck a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old woman suffered facial injuries and shock. The driver showed signs of inattention. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The crash left her in pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2009 Toyota sedan was making a left turn on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 24-year-old female bicyclist was injured, sustaining facial injuries and experiencing shock. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered complaint of pain or nausea. No helmet or other safety equipment was noted. The sedan's point of impact was the left front bumper, striking the cyclist who was going straight ahead. The driver was licensed in New York, and the bicyclist was licensed in New Jersey. No other contributing factors were specified.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Left in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A motorcycle struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear quarter panel of a sedan making a left turn eastbound on 50 Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. Neither vehicle showed damage. The motorcycle driver was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan had one occupant and was registered in New York; the motorcycle was registered in New York with a licensed Pennsylvania driver.
SUV Strikes 70-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
-
DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
-
MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A 70-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 24 Street in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 70-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 24 Street at an intersection in Brooklyn. The driver of a 2008 Dodge SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The impact point was the right front bumper of the vehicle. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Gounardes Opposes BQE Expansion Doubling Down On Past▸City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
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DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
City’s BQE plan adds new highway ramps, pushing more traffic onto Hicks Street. Politicians and experts slam the move. They say it copies old mistakes, ignores safety, and brings pollution closer to homes. Bike lanes appear, but real safety gains remain unclear.
On July 7, 2023, the Department of Transportation unveiled redesign concepts for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway’s Atlantic Avenue interchange. The plans, discussed in committee, propose new highway off-ramps on Hicks Street. The matter summary states: 'DOT proposals rely on outdated approaches by building new highway ramps instead of eliminating them.' Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon criticized the plan for increasing traffic and pollution near homes, urging a new approach: 'They need to go back to the drawing board.' State Sen. Andrew Gounardes called out the reliance on old infrastructure, saying, 'The proposals should not be doubling down on the infrastructure and transportation of the past.' Former DOT Commissioner Hank Gutman said, 'They don't improve safety, they don't improve traffic, and they certainly don't improve any of the surrounding communities.' All concepts include a buffered or protected bike lane on Atlantic Avenue, but the impact on vulnerable road users remains uncertain.
- DOT Plan for BQE’s Atlantic Ave. Interchange is ‘The Robert Moses Playbook’: Pols and Experts, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-07
Sedan Slams Parked SUVs in Brooklyn Turn▸A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A sedan hit two parked SUVs during a right turn in Brooklyn. The driver, age 46, suffered leg injuries. Police cite alcohol and other vehicular factors. The crash left bruises and damaged all vehicles.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 49th Street in Brooklyn crashed into two parked SUVs. The sedan's 46-year-old male driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining contusions and bruises. Police list alcohol involvement and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The sedan's front end struck the rear sections of both SUVs. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No information on helmet use or signaling was provided. The report highlights alcohol involvement and failure to control the vehicle as driver errors.
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan Injuring Teen Passenger▸A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
-
MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A 14-year-old boy suffered head abrasions as a front-seat passenger in an SUV that rear-ended a parked sedan on Prospect Expressway East. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the crash. Driver inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling south on Prospect Expressway East rear-ended a parked 2003 sedan. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The front-seat passenger, a 14-year-old boy, sustained head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the sedan was damaged at its center front end. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with stationary vehicles.
E-Bike Strikes Woman Crossing 60 Street▸A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A 55-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike while crossing 60 Street. The rider was distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The crash left her conscious but hurt.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling west on 60 Street struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
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Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A sedan turning left hit a 28-year-old woman crossing 51 Street at 2 Avenue. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 51 Street made a left turn and struck a 28-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection with 2 Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper and quarter panel. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted.
Gounardes Criticizes Public Costs of Oversized Vehicles▸SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
SUVs kill. Their bulk crushes bodies and streets. Lawmakers want heavier vehicles to pay more. Revenue would fund safer roads. The bill follows a grim rise in deaths, especially among children. The city bleeds. The council moves. The fight is on.
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes introduced a bill to increase registration fees for heavy vehicles and SUVs in New York. The proposal, announced June 23, 2023, aims to direct new revenue toward street safety projects. The report behind the bill states: 'Injuries from crashes involving large vehicles increased by 91 percent and fatalities by 75 percent between 2016 and 2019.' Mamdani said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes called out the public cost of 'mini-tanks.' The bill responds to data showing nearly half of children killed on city streets were struck by drivers of large vehicles, rising to 80 percent in 2022. Lawmakers call this common-sense action to address the deadly toll of oversized cars.
- Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-23
Gounardes Opposes Supersized SUVs Supports Safety Funding Fees▸Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
-
Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More),
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
-
MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani pushes a bill to raise registration fees for heavy vehicles. The move comes as injuries and deaths from SUVs surge. Lawmakers say the fees will fund safer streets. The city’s children pay the price for oversized cars.
Assembly Bill (no number cited) was introduced by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and Senator Andrew Gounardes on June 23, 2023. The bill, now under consideration, would 'raise the existing by-weight registration fees to make them more likely to disincentivize the purchase of larger cars.' The proposal responds to a Transportation Alternatives report showing a 91% jump in injuries and a 75% rise in fatalities from large vehicle crashes between 2016 and 2019. Mamdani, at a press conference, said, 'This is an initiative to make our streets safer for our children.' Gounardes added, 'We the public has had to bear the cost of people's decisions to drive these mini-tanks.' The bill earmarks new revenue for street safety projects, aiming to protect vulnerable road users from the growing threat of oversized vehicles.
- Report Provides More Reasons to Rein in Supersized SUVs (As If You Needed More), streetsblog.org, Published 2023-06-23
2SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Teens Bleed on 25th Street▸An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
An SUV turned left on 25th Street. Two teens on an e-bike struck its rear. One bled from the head, the other from the face. Both were conscious. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement. Failure to yield and unsafe speed marked the crash.
Two teenage boys riding an e-bike were injured when they struck the rear of an SUV making a left turn on 25th Street near 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike with two teen boys struck its rear. One bled from the head. The other, from the face. Both conscious. Both hurt. Blood pooled on the hot Brooklyn pavement.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. Both teens suffered severe bleeding, one to the head and one to the face. The data also notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a factor. The SUV was damaged on the right rear quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged at the front. No mention of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV in Brooklyn▸A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
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MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A motorcycle struck the left rear of an SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited following too closely as the cause.
According to the police report, a motorcycle collided with the left rear bumper of a 2017 SUV traveling north on 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 60-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Gowanus Expressway▸A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
-
MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway was struck from behind by an SUV stopped in traffic. The sedan driver suffered a neck contusion. The SUV driver was distracted and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan was hit in the left front bumper by a stationary SUV's right rear bumper on the Gowanus Expressway. The sedan driver, a conscious male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, as contributing factors. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. No ejections or pedestrian involvement were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to distraction and improper reaction to traffic conditions.
Box Truck Hits Sedan Turning Right▸A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
-
MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
A box truck struck a sedan making a right turn on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles damaged at front quarter panels.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west collided with a sedan making a right turn westbound on 15 Street in Brooklyn. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the truck and the right front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan carried two occupants; the front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front quarter panels.
Gounardes Endorses Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law for NYC▸Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
-
MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-08
Sammy’s Law would let New York City drop speed limits to 20 mph on deadly streets. Council Member Gutierrez led the charge. Brooks-Powers joined. Streets scarred by crashes and deaths. Lower speeds mean fewer bodies broken. The city waits. Lives hang in the balance.
Sammy’s Law, debated by the NYC Council and State Legislature, seeks home rule for New York City to lower speed limits from 25 to 20 mph on dangerous streets. Council Member Jen Gutierrez carried the resolution; Selvena Brooks-Powers later signed on. The bill targets corridors like Bushwick Avenue, Laurelton Parkway, and East Gun Hill Road—sites of hundreds of crashes and dozens killed or maimed since 2019. The matter summary states: 'Because people are dying and being maimed on New York's most-dangerous 25-mile-per-hour streets.' Supporters, including State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, cite the science: lower speeds mean less force, fewer deaths. Research shows 20 mph zones cut crashes by 60 percent. The bill does not mandate, but allows, lower limits where carnage is highest. The council’s action centers the lives of pedestrians and cyclists, demanding the city act before more are lost.
- MAP QUEST: See Exactly Why Sammy’s Law Would Be So Crucial for the Boroughs, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-08