May 25 - A maroon Chevy struck a car from behind in Brooklyn. The woman inside stepped out. The driver ran her over and dragged her. She died in the street. The driver fled. Police search for answers.

CBS New York reported on May 25, 2025, that a woman was killed in Brooklyn after a maroon Chevy rear-ended her car. According to police, 'when she got out to approach the vehicle she was run over and dragged.' The driver did not remain at the scene. The incident highlights the lethal risk posed by drivers who flee after collisions. The NYPD is searching for the suspect. The case underscores ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and the urgent need for stronger enforcement and street design to prevent such deaths.

• Woman Run Down After Brooklyn Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-05-25

May 24 - A motorcycle hit an SUV at Fenimore Street and Bedford Avenue. Both drivers were hurt. Police cited following too closely and lane misuse. The street stayed dangerous for all.

A motorcycle and an SUV collided at Fenimore Street and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 31-year-old motorcyclist suffered a bruised lower leg. The SUV driver, 35, reported back pain and nausea. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist wore a helmet. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the risk when drivers fail to keep distance or use lanes properly.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815825 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 23 - A cyclist rode west on East New York Avenue. Someone disregarded traffic control. The crash threw the rider from his bike. He landed hard, hurting his back. He was conscious. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed to protect him.

A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured on East New York Avenue at Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered a back injury, remaining conscious at the scene. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No other vehicle details were specified. The crash highlights the ongoing danger when traffic controls are ignored. The police report does not assign blame to the cyclist. Systemic risks remain for vulnerable road users in Brooklyn.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815830 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 22 - City will spend $550 million to remake Fifth Avenue. Cars keep two lanes. Buses lose out. Cyclists get nothing. Sidewalks widen, but most space stays with traffic. Critics say safety for walkers and riders is left behind.

On May 22, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the city's announcement of a $550 million redesign for Fifth Avenue. The plan, described as a 'much-compromised redesign,' keeps two car lanes, scraps a bus lane, and offers no space for cyclists. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called it a 'pedestrian-first corridor,' but critics, including Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein, slammed the move as a 'huge corporate giveaway at New Yorkers' expense.' The redesign widens sidewalks and adds planters and seating, but cars still dominate. Council members and advocates oppose the car-first approach. According to safety analysts, the event only mentions the redesign and its cost, without specifying design features or their effects on vulnerable road users; therefore, the safety impact cannot be determined from the information provided.

• Thursday’s Headlines: Car-First Fifth Avenue Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-22

May 21 - An SUV hit a 58-year-old e-bike rider on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield and failure to keep right. The crash left the cyclist injured and the SUV’s front end damaged.

A collision occurred on Carroll Street in Brooklyn involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 58-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Failure to Keep Right.' The SUV’s right front bumper struck the cyclist. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary causes listed are driver errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to yield and keep right.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814724 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 16 - A young unlicensed driver crashed an SUV into parked cars on Rochester Ave. Passengers suffered injuries. Police cite inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Lives shaken.

A 23-year-old unlicensed woman drove a Ford SUV north on Rochester Ave and crashed into two parked SUVs. According to the police report, the crash injured the driver and left several passengers with unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front ends of all vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when inexperience and distraction meet heavy metal on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813190 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 15 - A Mercedes turned left onto Rutland Road. The car struck Maurette Lafleur, 68, in the crosswalk. Medics rushed her to the hospital. She died. The driver stayed. No charges. The street stayed open. The danger stayed.

NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, was killed while crossing Rutland Road at E. 94th St. in East Flatbush. The article states, "Maurette Lafleur was in the crosswalk...when the driver of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz slammed into her." Police said the 64-year-old driver was turning left from E. 95th St. onto Rutland Road when the crash occurred. Lafleur was transported to Kings County Hospital but could not be saved. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and raises questions about intersection safety and left-turn protocols.

• Mercedes Driver Kills Woman In Crosswalk, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-15

May 14 - SUV hit two kids crossing Nostrand. Both children bruised, left conscious. Driver failed to yield. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Danger at the crosswalk, pain on the pavement.

Two children, ages 7 and 10, were struck and injured by an SUV while crossing at the intersection of 1289 Nostrand Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both children suffered bruises but remained conscious. The driver, a 76-year-old man, was operating a 2009 Honda SUV. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any injuries to the driver or other occupants. The crash highlights the risk faced by pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812684 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 13 - Letitia James fights Trump’s threat to choke off billions in transit funds. The lawsuit says tying DOT money to immigration crackdowns endangers safety. Projects stall. Streets grow riskier. Immigrants fear reporting crimes. The federal move puts lives on the line.

On May 13, 2025, New York Attorney General Letitia James led a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration’s move to tie U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) funding to state cooperation with immigration enforcement. The suit, joined by other state attorneys general, challenges an April 24 announcement by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy that would cut off funding to states refusing to enforce federal immigration law or maintain diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The matter summary states, 'DOT’s blatant overreach threatens to divert critical resources away from public safety and undermine projects that keep our communities connected and safe.' James and her colleagues argue this policy forces states to choose between billions in infrastructure funds and supporting immigrant communities. They warn that withholding funds will halt vital safety projects, making streets and transit more dangerous. The attorneys general also note that immigrants may avoid reporting crimes if they fear deportation, further undermining public safety.

• AG James Sues Trump Over ‘Strong-Arm’ Tactic of Tying DOT Funds to Immigration Crackdown, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-13

May 13 - Cuomo vows to end 'delivery chaos.' He targets e-bike rules and minimum pay for app workers. DoorDash backs him with $1 million. Critics warn of a rollback on worker protections. Delivery riders face the fallout. Streets stay dangerous.

On May 13, 2025, Andrew Cuomo, running for NYC mayor, made a campaign statement targeting 'delivery chaos.' He proposes revising the city’s minimum pay law and making app companies liable for damages caused by delivery riders. His campaign website claims these changes will 'eliminate inappropriate incentives to dangerous use of e-bikes.' DoorDash donated $1 million to a Cuomo-aligned super PAC. Comptroller Brad Lander accused Cuomo of siding with app companies, saying, 'DoorDash is trying to buy Cuomo’s election...so he’ll roll back the law I passed that requires them to pay their workers a living wage.' Other officials, including Scott Stringer and Zellnor Myrie, voiced doubts about Cuomo’s commitment to delivery worker protections. The bill is not in committee; it is a campaign proposal. The safety impact for vulnerable road users remains unclear, but the fight over pay and regulation leaves delivery workers exposed.

• ‘Chaos’ Candidate? DoorDash Gave $1M to Super PAC Backing Cuomo, Who Decries Delivery Workers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-13

May 12 - Van turned right on Nostrand. Moped hit. One man, 63, suffered head abrasion. Police cite blocked view, failure to yield. Passengers, including a child, involved. Brooklyn street, hard impact.

A van making a right turn on Nostrand Avenue collided with a moped traveling straight. A 63-year-old man driving the moped suffered a head abrasion. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' contributed to the crash. Two passengers, including an 8-year-old boy, were in the van. Both drivers were licensed. The van's right front quarter panel and the moped's front end were damaged. No helmet or signal issues were listed as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and sightlines are blocked.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813975 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 12 - Four mayoral candidates vow to expand open streets and outdoor dining. They slam city red tape and call for year-round access. They promise to cut barriers for restaurants and keep sidewalks clear. Each frames the issue as vital for city life.

This policy statement, aired May 12, 2025, is not a formal bill but a public commitment from leading mayoral candidates. Scott Stringer, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Brad Lander, and Zohran Mamdani all support expanding open streets and outdoor dining. Stringer pledges to 'loosen unnecessary design requirements' and simplify permits. Myrie promises a 'year-round outdoor dining program' and restoration of open streets, citing safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists. Ramos calls the current scheme 'unworkable' and urges consensus. Lander faults City Hall for 'over-regulating' and vows to speed up applications while 'respecting pedestrian traffic.' Mamdani highlights the economic and social benefits. All criticize current restrictions and bureaucratic hurdles. The candidates frame these programs as essential for small businesses, public space, and safer streets, but no formal safety analysis is attached.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss the Death of Outdoor Dining, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-12

May 10 - SUV turned right on Eastern Parkway. Motorcycle struck. Rider hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and bodies collided. Streets stayed dangerous.

A crash on Eastern Parkway at Rogers Avenue in Brooklyn left a 27-year-old motorcycle rider injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV and a motorcycle were both making right turns when the collision occurred. The motorcycle rider suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The SUV's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's front end took the impact. The rider wore a helmet. No pedestrians were involved. The report does not specify injuries for other occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812317 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 9 - A motorcycle struck an SUV’s rear. The rider was ejected and hurt. Police cite driver inexperience and improper lane use. The crash left one woman injured, others shaken.

A motorcycle collided with the rear of an SUV on Lincoln Road in Brooklyn. The 36-year-old woman riding the motorcycle was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The SUV driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. The motorcycle rider was wearing a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lack experience and fail to use lanes properly.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812410 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 9 - Mayoral candidates clashed over e-bike safety and street design. They called for more protected bike lanes, tighter rules on heavy e-bikes, and better delivery worker protections. Each pledged to cut car use and boost cycling. No one blamed riders. Streets remain dangerous.

On May 9, 2025, leading mayoral candidates aired their plans for e-bike safety and street reform. The event, covered by Streetsblog NYC, featured Scott Stringer, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, and Whitney Tilson. Stringer demanded 'massive expansion of protected bike lanes.' Myrie backed S1047, a bill for 50-percent e-bike rebates. Ramos called for safe bike lanes and clear signage for all riders. Lander pushed for stricter rules on heavy e-bikes and a crackdown on illegal sales, saying, 'I support stricter regulations for the heaviest e-bikes, which can travel at higher speeds and are more likely to injure both riders and pedestrians.' Mamdani supported e-bike subsidies with safety checks. Tilson urged a 20 mph cap and mandatory registration for delivery e-bikes. All agreed: safer streets need better design, strong enforcement, and real protections for workers and vulnerable road users.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss E-Bikes … With Joy and Concern, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-09

May 8 - Two boys, age eight, hurt in back seats. Sedans clash on Flatbush. Driver inattention and bad turn listed. Metal, glass, pain. Brooklyn street, another mark.

Two vehicles collided at Flatbush Ave and Chester Ct in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both driver inattention/distraction and turning improperly contributed to the crash. Two eight-year-old boys, riding as rear passengers, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were men, ages 37 and 71. The crash involved a sedan traveling straight and an SUV making a U-turn. Driver errors—specifically inattention and improper turning—are cited as causes. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811430 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

May 8 - Mayoral hopefuls clashed over parking and street space. Most backed cutting parking minimums and repurposing curb space for people, not cars. Only one vowed to keep free parking. The rest called for safer streets, more transit, and fewer cars.

At a May 8, 2025 forum, candidates for New York City mayor faced off on the future of parking and street space. The event, covered by Streetsblog NYC, featured Scott Stringer, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, and Whitney Tilson. Stringer pledged to move the city away from car dependence and build infrastructure for biking and transit. Myrie called for removing parking mandates to boost housing and speed up buses. Ramos supported repurposing parking for safer streets and green space. Lander pushed for eliminating parking minimums citywide and dynamic curbside management. Mamdani criticized the vast space given to cars. Only Tilson promised to preserve free street parking. The candidates’ stances show a clear divide: most want to reclaim streets for people, not vehicles. The debate signals a shift toward policies that could reduce car dominance and improve safety for vulnerable road users.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss the High Cost of ‘Free’ Parking, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-08

May 7 - Six mayoral candidates vow to fight reckless driving. They promise more bike lanes, busways, and open streets. Some call for automated enforcement and less NYPD control. All focus on design, not blame. The city’s most vulnerable demand real change.

This policy statement, published May 7, 2025, gathers responses from six mayoral candidates—Brad Lander, Jessica Ramos, Scott Stringer, Whitney Tilson, Zellnor Myrie, and Zohran Mamdani—on street safety. The forum, hosted by Streetsblog NYC, asked candidates how they would address reckless driving. Scott Stringer said, 'The best way to curtail reckless driving is to make less room for reckless drivers on the road.' Zellnor Myrie promised 'physically separated bus lanes' and expanded automated enforcement. Jessica Ramos called for 'a citywide strategy that prioritizes safety through design.' Zohran Mamdani wants to move traffic enforcement from NYPD to DOT, ending biased stops. Whitney Tilson supports more police and cameras. The candidates back protected bike lanes, busways, daylighting, and automated enforcement. Their plans center on street redesign and accountability, not blaming victims. Each pledges to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders from systemic danger.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss Saving Us From Reckless Drivers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-07

May 6 - Mayoral hopefuls vow to overhaul city streets. They promise more protected bike lanes, daylighting, and bus lanes. Each pledges to close deadly gaps and enforce Vision Zero. Their words center safety for people walking, biking, and riding transit.

On May 6, 2025, Streetsblog NYC published 'Decision 2025: Mayoral Candidates Answer Our Question 3.' The piece asked candidates how they would make streets safer for walking and biking. Scott Stringer, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Brad Lander, and Zohran Mamdani all responded. Stringer highlighted his push for protected bike lanes and daylighting. Myrie promised to meet or exceed the Streets Master Plan’s 50-mile annual bike lane goal and to end delays. Ramos pledged 200 miles of physically separated bike lanes and to close network gaps. Lander committed to the Streets Master Plan and fixing greenway connections. Mamdani vowed to use all mayoral powers for Vision Zero. Each candidate supports redesigning streets to protect vulnerable road users. Their plans focus on proven changes—protected lanes, pedestrian islands, daylighting, and bus lanes—to cut injuries and deaths.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Candidates Answer Our Question 3, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-06

May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.

Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06