Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB14?
No More Excuses: Barriers Now, Lives Saved Tomorrow
Brooklyn CB14: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025
Blood on the Corners
A 73-year-old woman crossing Avenue L. Struck by a Jeep making a right turn. She died at the intersection. A 47-year-old man riding his bike on Avenue O, hit by an SUV. Dead in the street. A mother and her two daughters, killed crossing Ocean Parkway. Another family, broken, left with pain and fear. The driver had 93 violations and a suspended license. She was still behind the wheel. ABC7 reported the survivors’ wounds: back pain, depression, a child with a cast. The numbers do not heal. In the last twelve months, one person killed, nine seriously injured, 658 hurt in 879 crashes in Brooklyn CB14. Children are not spared. Four kids suffered serious injuries. The old and the young, all at risk.
The City Responds—Slowly
The city knows the danger. Nearly half of all traffic deaths happen at intersections. The Department of Transportation is adding hard barriers—granite, concrete, planters—to corners where cars once hid the view. “Using barriers to clear space at the intersection will help ensure pedestrians, cyclists and turning vehicles can see each other and enhance safety,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. The city is rolling out these changes at high-crash sites like Ocean Avenue. But the pace is slow. Advocates want more, faster. “We’d love to see some simpler hardening at a quicker pace,” said Jackson Chabot.
Leadership: Words, Not Enough
After a school bus crashed into a fence at Bedford Avenue and Farragut Road, injuring a mother and her son, Councilmember Farrah Louis said, “We’re glad this isn’t a fatality. We do know we need more traffic safety in this area.” reported CBS New York. But words do not stop cars. The city has the power to lower speed limits. It has the tools to harden every corner. It has not used them all.
Call to Action: Demand Relentless Change
Every crash is preventable. Every death is a failure. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a citywide 20 mph speed limit. Demand hard barriers at every dangerous corner. Act now. Do not wait for another name to become a number.
Citations
▸ Citations
- School Bus Slams Fence In Brooklyn, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-09
- DOT Adds Barriers to Brooklyn Intersections, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-12
- School Bus Slams Fence In Brooklyn, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-09
- Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead, ABC7, Published 2025-04-02
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4606531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
- NYC DOT Targets Intersection Danger Zones, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-06-11
Other Representatives
District 42
1312 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11210
Room 727, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 45
1434 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
718-629-2900
250 Broadway, Suite 1831, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6859
District 21
3021 Tilden Ave. 1st Floor & Basement, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Room 504, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB14 Brooklyn Community Board 14 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 70, District 45, AD 42, SD 21.
It contains Flatbush, Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville, Midwood.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 14
Improper Lane Use Crash Injures Elderly Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Parkside Avenue. A 75-year-old driver took a chest injury. Police cite improper lane use. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Brooklyn street, early morning, no escape.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan collided on Parkside Avenue in Brooklyn. The 75-year-old male driver of one SUV suffered chest injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error in lane management. The injured man was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Vehicles showed front-end damage, with impacts to the left front bumper and center front ends. No ejections occurred. The crash left one driver hurt. No other injuries were reported.
Inexperienced Driver Hits Parked Van in Brooklyn▸A 21-year-old woman driving a sedan struck a parked van on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. She suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 5:10 p.m. Driver inexperience and distraction caused the collision. She was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver traveling south in a 2019 Honda sedan collided with a parked van on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper and the van's left rear bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The van was unoccupied and stationary. No other persons were involved or injured.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Ocean Avenue▸Two vehicles struck on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers and a passenger suffered concussions and injuries to neck and back. Driver distraction caused the crash. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn involving an SUV and a sedan. The SUV struck the sedan’s right rear bumper while both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The sedan carried two occupants: a 32-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male front passenger. Both were injured, sustaining concussions and injuries to the neck and back. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected, and both used lap belts and harnesses. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Avenue J▸A sedan hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Avenue J in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, leg, and foot. The impact was at the car's left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Avenue J in Brooklyn struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time.
SUV Hits Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸An SUV traveling east struck a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The impact hit the sedan’s left side doors. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered a facial contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, an eastbound SUV collided with a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The SUV’s front center end was damaged. A 47-year-old male occupant in the right rear passenger seat of the SUV was injured, sustaining a facial contusion. He was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
S 4647Parker votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Parkside Avenue. A 75-year-old driver took a chest injury. Police cite improper lane use. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Brooklyn street, early morning, no escape.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan collided on Parkside Avenue in Brooklyn. The 75-year-old male driver of one SUV suffered chest injuries. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error in lane management. The injured man was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Vehicles showed front-end damage, with impacts to the left front bumper and center front ends. No ejections occurred. The crash left one driver hurt. No other injuries were reported.
Inexperienced Driver Hits Parked Van in Brooklyn▸A 21-year-old woman driving a sedan struck a parked van on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. She suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 5:10 p.m. Driver inexperience and distraction caused the collision. She was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver traveling south in a 2019 Honda sedan collided with a parked van on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper and the van's left rear bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The van was unoccupied and stationary. No other persons were involved or injured.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Ocean Avenue▸Two vehicles struck on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers and a passenger suffered concussions and injuries to neck and back. Driver distraction caused the crash. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn involving an SUV and a sedan. The SUV struck the sedan’s right rear bumper while both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The sedan carried two occupants: a 32-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male front passenger. Both were injured, sustaining concussions and injuries to the neck and back. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected, and both used lap belts and harnesses. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Avenue J▸A sedan hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Avenue J in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, leg, and foot. The impact was at the car's left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Avenue J in Brooklyn struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time.
SUV Hits Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸An SUV traveling east struck a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The impact hit the sedan’s left side doors. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered a facial contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, an eastbound SUV collided with a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The SUV’s front center end was damaged. A 47-year-old male occupant in the right rear passenger seat of the SUV was injured, sustaining a facial contusion. He was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
S 4647Parker votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
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Published 2023-01-24
A 21-year-old woman driving a sedan struck a parked van on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. She suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 5:10 p.m. Driver inexperience and distraction caused the collision. She was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female driver traveling south in a 2019 Honda sedan collided with a parked van on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper and the van's left rear bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The van was unoccupied and stationary. No other persons were involved or injured.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Ocean Avenue▸Two vehicles struck on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers and a passenger suffered concussions and injuries to neck and back. Driver distraction caused the crash. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn involving an SUV and a sedan. The SUV struck the sedan’s right rear bumper while both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The sedan carried two occupants: a 32-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male front passenger. Both were injured, sustaining concussions and injuries to the neck and back. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected, and both used lap belts and harnesses. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Avenue J▸A sedan hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Avenue J in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, leg, and foot. The impact was at the car's left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Avenue J in Brooklyn struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time.
SUV Hits Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸An SUV traveling east struck a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The impact hit the sedan’s left side doors. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered a facial contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, an eastbound SUV collided with a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The SUV’s front center end was damaged. A 47-year-old male occupant in the right rear passenger seat of the SUV was injured, sustaining a facial contusion. He was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
S 4647Parker votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-02-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
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Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Two vehicles struck on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear bumper. Both drivers and a passenger suffered concussions and injuries to neck and back. Driver distraction caused the crash. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn involving an SUV and a sedan. The SUV struck the sedan’s right rear bumper while both vehicles were traveling straight ahead. The sedan carried two occupants: a 32-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male front passenger. Both were injured, sustaining concussions and injuries to the neck and back. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected, and both used lap belts and harnesses. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian on Avenue J▸A sedan hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Avenue J in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, leg, and foot. The impact was at the car's left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Avenue J in Brooklyn struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time.
SUV Hits Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸An SUV traveling east struck a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The impact hit the sedan’s left side doors. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered a facial contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, an eastbound SUV collided with a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The SUV’s front center end was damaged. A 47-year-old male occupant in the right rear passenger seat of the SUV was injured, sustaining a facial contusion. He was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
S 4647Parker votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
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Published 2023-01-24
A sedan hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Avenue J in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, leg, and foot. The impact was at the car's left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Avenue J in Brooklyn struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time.
SUV Hits Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸An SUV traveling east struck a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The impact hit the sedan’s left side doors. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered a facial contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, an eastbound SUV collided with a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The SUV’s front center end was damaged. A 47-year-old male occupant in the right rear passenger seat of the SUV was injured, sustaining a facial contusion. He was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
S 4647Parker votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-02-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
An SUV traveling east struck a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The impact hit the sedan’s left side doors. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered a facial contusion. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, an eastbound SUV collided with a parked sedan on Beverley Road in Brooklyn. The point of impact was the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The SUV’s front center end was damaged. A 47-year-old male occupant in the right rear passenger seat of the SUV was injured, sustaining a facial contusion. He was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The parked sedan had no occupants at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
S 4647Parker votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
- File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-02-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Brooklyn SUV Crash▸A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
A moped driver was ejected and injured in a collision with an SUV on Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors. The rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old male moped driver was injured after colliding with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The moped struck the SUV’s right side doors while both vehicles were traveling south. The moped driver was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right side doors, but no damage was reported to the moped.
SUV Slams Pedestrian on Newkirk Avenue▸A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
A 68-year-old man bled from the head on Newkirk Avenue. An SUV’s front end crumpled. Unsafe speed shattered the calm. The man drifted, semiconscious, on the asphalt. The street stood still, marked by violence and silence.
A 68-year-old pedestrian was struck by a station wagon/SUV on Newkirk Avenue near East 21st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury, was semiconscious, and bled onto the roadway. The SUV’s front end was caved in from the impact. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor in the crash. No other driver errors were reported. Two vehicle occupants, a 62-year-old man and an infant, were uninjured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt, exposing the lethal risk of speed on city streets.
A 4637Hermelyn co-sponsors bill boosting cyclist safety with automated bike lane enforcement.▸Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
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File A 4637,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.
Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.
- File A 4637, Open States, Published 2023-02-21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Flatbush▸A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
A 61-year-old woman was hit while crossing Flatbush Avenue with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its front center. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Driver distraction and failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly by the front of the car. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
SUV Kills Woman in Brooklyn Crosswalk▸A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
A Toyota SUV hit a 50-year-old woman in a Brooklyn crosswalk. Her head struck the bumper. She died on the street. Traffic moved on. The driver stayed. Another life lost to steel and speed.
A 50-year-old woman died after a northbound Toyota SUV struck her as she crossed East 21st Street near Ditmas Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 50-year-old woman stepped into the crosswalk against the light. A northbound Toyota SUV struck her. Her head hit the bumper. She died there, on the pavement, as traffic rolled past.' The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond 'unspecified.' The SUV's right front bumper was damaged. The driver, a 58-year-old man, was licensed and remained at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Parker misses committee vote on bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Parked Sedan▸An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
2Two SUVs Collide on Flatbush Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Two SUVs crashed on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Both drivers and a rear passenger were injured. Impact hit left front bumper of one vehicle and right front bumper of the other. Injuries included back pain and shock. No ejections reported.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling west and the right front bumper of a 2009 GMC SUV traveling north. The drivers of both vehicles and a rear passenger were injured. The female driver of the Jeep suffered back injuries and shock, while the rear passenger, a child, was restrained and also experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed, and no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The report notes unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault or blame to any party.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian on Flatbush▸A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
A sedan struck a man crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church. The driver, distracted, kept straight. The man fell. Blood marked the street. The car rolled on, untouched. The man was left bleeding, head wounded, the city unchanged.
A 55-year-old man was hit by a southbound sedan while crossing Flatbush Avenue at Church Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The car, a 2009 Nissan, was undamaged. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the driver's distraction is the primary factor. No helmet or signal issues were listed. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street unchanged.
SUV Strikes Bicyclist on Cortelyou Road▸A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
A 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with a Jeep SUV on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn. The crash involved unsafe speed. The cyclist was incoherent and bruised, with serious injury.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn involving a Jeep SUV traveling north and a bicyclist traveling east. The 67-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV struck the bike on its left front quarter panel, while the bike's center front end was impacted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver errors noted include unsafe speed. The bicyclist was incoherent after the crash and suffered serious injury.
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Church Avenue▸A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The crash happened as both traveled east. The sedan’s left front quarter panel hit the bike’s front center.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Church Avenue in Brooklyn rear-ended a bicyclist also moving east. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel striking the bike’s center front end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors were noted. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
A 602Hermel votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24