About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 18
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 11
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 19
▸ Whiplash 98
▸ Contusion/Bruise 165
▸ Abrasion 108
▸ Pain/Nausea 43
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 401
- 2023 Gray Toyota Sedan (LFB3193) – 201 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2018 Ford Mp (KAL6193) – 127 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2013 Mazda Station Wagon (MKT6372) – 83 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Porsche Suburban (LRR6512) – 51 times • 1 in last 90d here
- Vehicle (440BE6) – 46 times • 3 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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A right turn on 30th Street. A woman is gone.
Queens CB1: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 5, 2025
Just before 1 PM on Aug 31, at 30 St and 39 Ave, a 2020 Ford SUV turned right and struck a 38-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk. She died at the scene. NYC Open Data
This week
- Aug 30: A left-turning sedan hit a 34-year-old man in a crosswalk at 23 Rd and 29 St. He was injured. NYC Open Data
- Aug 12: Two pedestrians were killed on 19 Ave at 42 St; an 84-year-old driver also died. NYC Open Data
The toll in this community is steady and hard. Since Jan 1, 2022, at least 20 people have been killed and 3,066 injured on streets in Queens CB1. NYC Open Data
Year to date, there have been 1,068 crashes, with 7 deaths and 625 injuries, up from 1,064 crashes, 4 deaths, and 593 injuries at this point last year. NYC Open Data
Turn conflicts keep showing up. The Aug 31 death lists “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and a right turn. The Aug 30 injury lists a left turn. NYC Open Data
Hurt clusters on familiar ground. NORTHERN BOULEVARD has 134 injuries and six serious injuries since 2022. 34 AVENUE shows three deaths. NYC Open Data
At 8 AM, five people have been killed in this area over the period. Three more at 11 PM. The clock keeps its own ledger. NYC Open Data
What leaders say, and what they do
Council Member Tiffany Cabán pushed for slower, safer streets after another Astoria bloodletting: “I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures.” Streetsblog NYC
Cabán also co‑sponsored a bill to speed up school‑area safety fixes, requiring installations within 60 days once DOT signs off. NYC Council – Legistar
State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez co‑sponsored and voted yes on S 4045, a measure to put intelligent speed‑assistance on cars driven by repeat violators. Open States
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani missed a committee vote on a school speed‑zone safety bill on Jun 17, 2025. Open States
Fix what we know is broken
- Daylight every corner near the hot spots. Harden the turns at 30 St/39 Ave and along Northern Boulevard. Use leading pedestrian intervals and protected turns where the bodies pile up. NYC Open Data
- Target the morning and late‑night hours when fatalities peak here. Put enforcement and engineering where the deaths occur. NYC Open Data
Citywide, the path is clear on paper. Lower speeds save lives. The Council can act under Sammy’s Law. Cabán already said she backs “full implementation.” Streetsblog NYC
And Albany has a lever for the worst offenders. Pass and enforce speed limiters for repeat speeders under S 4045. Open States
One woman died on a Sunday afternoon at 30th Street because a driver turned and didn’t yield. The next move is ours. Act here.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What happened at 30th Street and 39th Avenue on Aug 31?
▸ How many people have been killed or injured in Queens CB1 since 2022?
▸ Where are the worst hot spots?
▸ What are officials proposing or doing about this?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-05
- UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-12
- File Int 1353-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- S 4045 (2025) – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- S 8344 – School speed zones program extension (vote records), Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-13
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani
District 36
Council Member Tiffany Cabán
District 22
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez
District 59
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB1 Queens Community Board 1 sits in Queens, Precinct 114, District 22, AD 36, SD 59.
It contains Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway, Old Astoria-Hallets Point, Astoria (Central), Astoria (East)-Woodside (North), Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Kills, Rikers Island, Sunnyside Yards (North), St. Michael's Cemetery, Astoria Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 1
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Driver Turns Left, Hits 89-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 17 - A driver turned left from Ditmars Blvd onto 43rd and struck an 89‑year‑old woman in the marked crosswalk. She suffered shoulder and upper‑arm injuries and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
A driver making a left turn from Ditmars Blvd onto 43rd Street struck an 89-year-old pedestrian who was crossing the intersection. The woman suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention. The report lists the pedestrian as crossing with the signal. The vehicle was a 2015 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed male. Point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper; no vehicle damage was reported.
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Distracted driver injures passenger and child▸Aug 16 - A westbound Honda struck and hurt its own. The driver and front passenger in shock. A child in the rear hurt too. Right front bumper crumpled on 45 St at 21 Ave. Distraction at the wheel did the damage.
A 2024 Honda sedan traveling west on 45 St at 21 Ave in Queens crashed, injuring the driver, a 26-year-old front passenger, and a child in the rear seat. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The listed driver error points to distraction behind the wheel. Impact was to the right front bumper, which aligns with the injuries reported. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted in this crash, but passengers were hurt. Safety equipment for the injured passengers was documented after the fact and does not change the cause named in the report.
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SUV doors strike cyclist on 31 Ave▸Aug 14 - An SUV driver swung into a rider on 31 Avenue at 54 Street. The bike hit hard. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Failure to Yield led the crash. Queens pavement took the rest.
A Nissan SUV and a bicycle collided at 54 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old woman, was injured in the head. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The SUV driver and vehicle registrant were listed with the same violation. The SUV was parked pre-crash with damage to the left side doors, and the bike showed front-end damage, consistent with a dooring impact. Driver failures to yield are central in this crash. The bicyclist was recorded with no safety equipment only after the driver errors already noted.
14Int 1353-2025
Cabán co-sponsors faster installation of school traffic safety devices, boosting overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1353-2025 forces DOT to move fast near schools. When a traffic study finds a calming or control device is needed, installation must finish within 60 days. The bill was referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure committee on Aug. 14, 2025.
Int. No. 1353 (status: Committee) was introduced and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on Aug. 14, 2025 (agenda and first vote listed Aug. 14, 2025). The matter is titled: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." It was introduced by Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez and cosponsored by Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Farah N. Louis. The bill would "complete the installation... by no later than 60 days after the department issues such traffic study determination." It takes effect immediately.
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File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Taxi strikes pedestrian at Broadway, 31st▸Aug 13 - A northbound taxi hit a man in the crosswalk at Broadway and 31st. Night street. Hard steel. Head bruise. He stayed conscious. The cab kept straight. The city bled another corner.
A taxi traveling north on 31st Street, going straight, struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and “Crossing Against Signal.” The report lists driver factors as “Unspecified,” and the vehicle showed right-front bumper impact. No passenger injuries were reported; the 74-year-old male driver is listed as licensed. The data does not cite specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. It does, however, record the pedestrian signal status after noting no driver contributing factor.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Northbound sedan hits two pedestrians on 42 St▸Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
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UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
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UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
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González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
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Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 17 - A driver turned left from Ditmars Blvd onto 43rd and struck an 89‑year‑old woman in the marked crosswalk. She suffered shoulder and upper‑arm injuries and remained conscious. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
A driver making a left turn from Ditmars Blvd onto 43rd Street struck an 89-year-old pedestrian who was crossing the intersection. The woman suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention. The report lists the pedestrian as crossing with the signal. The vehicle was a 2015 Jeep SUV driven by a licensed male. Point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper; no vehicle damage was reported.
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Distracted driver injures passenger and child▸Aug 16 - A westbound Honda struck and hurt its own. The driver and front passenger in shock. A child in the rear hurt too. Right front bumper crumpled on 45 St at 21 Ave. Distraction at the wheel did the damage.
A 2024 Honda sedan traveling west on 45 St at 21 Ave in Queens crashed, injuring the driver, a 26-year-old front passenger, and a child in the rear seat. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The listed driver error points to distraction behind the wheel. Impact was to the right front bumper, which aligns with the injuries reported. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted in this crash, but passengers were hurt. Safety equipment for the injured passengers was documented after the fact and does not change the cause named in the report.
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SUV doors strike cyclist on 31 Ave▸Aug 14 - An SUV driver swung into a rider on 31 Avenue at 54 Street. The bike hit hard. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Failure to Yield led the crash. Queens pavement took the rest.
A Nissan SUV and a bicycle collided at 54 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old woman, was injured in the head. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The SUV driver and vehicle registrant were listed with the same violation. The SUV was parked pre-crash with damage to the left side doors, and the bike showed front-end damage, consistent with a dooring impact. Driver failures to yield are central in this crash. The bicyclist was recorded with no safety equipment only after the driver errors already noted.
14Int 1353-2025
Cabán co-sponsors faster installation of school traffic safety devices, boosting overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1353-2025 forces DOT to move fast near schools. When a traffic study finds a calming or control device is needed, installation must finish within 60 days. The bill was referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure committee on Aug. 14, 2025.
Int. No. 1353 (status: Committee) was introduced and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on Aug. 14, 2025 (agenda and first vote listed Aug. 14, 2025). The matter is titled: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." It was introduced by Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez and cosponsored by Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Farah N. Louis. The bill would "complete the installation... by no later than 60 days after the department issues such traffic study determination." It takes effect immediately.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Taxi strikes pedestrian at Broadway, 31st▸Aug 13 - A northbound taxi hit a man in the crosswalk at Broadway and 31st. Night street. Hard steel. Head bruise. He stayed conscious. The cab kept straight. The city bled another corner.
A taxi traveling north on 31st Street, going straight, struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and “Crossing Against Signal.” The report lists driver factors as “Unspecified,” and the vehicle showed right-front bumper impact. No passenger injuries were reported; the 74-year-old male driver is listed as licensed. The data does not cite specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. It does, however, record the pedestrian signal status after noting no driver contributing factor.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Northbound sedan hits two pedestrians on 42 St▸Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 16 - A westbound Honda struck and hurt its own. The driver and front passenger in shock. A child in the rear hurt too. Right front bumper crumpled on 45 St at 21 Ave. Distraction at the wheel did the damage.
A 2024 Honda sedan traveling west on 45 St at 21 Ave in Queens crashed, injuring the driver, a 26-year-old front passenger, and a child in the rear seat. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The listed driver error points to distraction behind the wheel. Impact was to the right front bumper, which aligns with the injuries reported. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted in this crash, but passengers were hurt. Safety equipment for the injured passengers was documented after the fact and does not change the cause named in the report.
14
SUV doors strike cyclist on 31 Ave▸Aug 14 - An SUV driver swung into a rider on 31 Avenue at 54 Street. The bike hit hard. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Failure to Yield led the crash. Queens pavement took the rest.
A Nissan SUV and a bicycle collided at 54 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old woman, was injured in the head. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The SUV driver and vehicle registrant were listed with the same violation. The SUV was parked pre-crash with damage to the left side doors, and the bike showed front-end damage, consistent with a dooring impact. Driver failures to yield are central in this crash. The bicyclist was recorded with no safety equipment only after the driver errors already noted.
14Int 1353-2025
Cabán co-sponsors faster installation of school traffic safety devices, boosting overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1353-2025 forces DOT to move fast near schools. When a traffic study finds a calming or control device is needed, installation must finish within 60 days. The bill was referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure committee on Aug. 14, 2025.
Int. No. 1353 (status: Committee) was introduced and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on Aug. 14, 2025 (agenda and first vote listed Aug. 14, 2025). The matter is titled: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." It was introduced by Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez and cosponsored by Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Farah N. Louis. The bill would "complete the installation... by no later than 60 days after the department issues such traffic study determination." It takes effect immediately.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Taxi strikes pedestrian at Broadway, 31st▸Aug 13 - A northbound taxi hit a man in the crosswalk at Broadway and 31st. Night street. Hard steel. Head bruise. He stayed conscious. The cab kept straight. The city bled another corner.
A taxi traveling north on 31st Street, going straight, struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and “Crossing Against Signal.” The report lists driver factors as “Unspecified,” and the vehicle showed right-front bumper impact. No passenger injuries were reported; the 74-year-old male driver is listed as licensed. The data does not cite specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. It does, however, record the pedestrian signal status after noting no driver contributing factor.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Northbound sedan hits two pedestrians on 42 St▸Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 14 - An SUV driver swung into a rider on 31 Avenue at 54 Street. The bike hit hard. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Failure to Yield led the crash. Queens pavement took the rest.
A Nissan SUV and a bicycle collided at 54 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old woman, was injured in the head. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The SUV driver and vehicle registrant were listed with the same violation. The SUV was parked pre-crash with damage to the left side doors, and the bike showed front-end damage, consistent with a dooring impact. Driver failures to yield are central in this crash. The bicyclist was recorded with no safety equipment only after the driver errors already noted.
14Int 1353-2025
Cabán co-sponsors faster installation of school traffic safety devices, boosting overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1353-2025 forces DOT to move fast near schools. When a traffic study finds a calming or control device is needed, installation must finish within 60 days. The bill was referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure committee on Aug. 14, 2025.
Int. No. 1353 (status: Committee) was introduced and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on Aug. 14, 2025 (agenda and first vote listed Aug. 14, 2025). The matter is titled: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." It was introduced by Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez and cosponsored by Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Farah N. Louis. The bill would "complete the installation... by no later than 60 days after the department issues such traffic study determination." It takes effect immediately.
-
File Int 1353-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Taxi strikes pedestrian at Broadway, 31st▸Aug 13 - A northbound taxi hit a man in the crosswalk at Broadway and 31st. Night street. Hard steel. Head bruise. He stayed conscious. The cab kept straight. The city bled another corner.
A taxi traveling north on 31st Street, going straight, struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and “Crossing Against Signal.” The report lists driver factors as “Unspecified,” and the vehicle showed right-front bumper impact. No passenger injuries were reported; the 74-year-old male driver is listed as licensed. The data does not cite specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. It does, however, record the pedestrian signal status after noting no driver contributing factor.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Northbound sedan hits two pedestrians on 42 St▸Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
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Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
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Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 14 - Int 1353-2025 forces DOT to move fast near schools. When a traffic study finds a calming or control device is needed, installation must finish within 60 days. The bill was referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure committee on Aug. 14, 2025.
Int. No. 1353 (status: Committee) was introduced and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on Aug. 14, 2025 (agenda and first vote listed Aug. 14, 2025). The matter is titled: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the time permitted for the installation of a traffic calming device or traffic control device on any street adjacent to a school." It was introduced by Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez and cosponsored by Tiffany Cabán, Lincoln Restler and Farah N. Louis. The bill would "complete the installation... by no later than 60 days after the department issues such traffic study determination." It takes effect immediately.
- File Int 1353-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
13
Taxi strikes pedestrian at Broadway, 31st▸Aug 13 - A northbound taxi hit a man in the crosswalk at Broadway and 31st. Night street. Hard steel. Head bruise. He stayed conscious. The cab kept straight. The city bled another corner.
A taxi traveling north on 31st Street, going straight, struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and “Crossing Against Signal.” The report lists driver factors as “Unspecified,” and the vehicle showed right-front bumper impact. No passenger injuries were reported; the 74-year-old male driver is listed as licensed. The data does not cite specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. It does, however, record the pedestrian signal status after noting no driver contributing factor.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Northbound sedan hits two pedestrians on 42 St▸Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 13 - A northbound taxi hit a man in the crosswalk at Broadway and 31st. Night street. Hard steel. Head bruise. He stayed conscious. The cab kept straight. The city bled another corner.
A taxi traveling north on 31st Street, going straight, struck a 48-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and “Crossing Against Signal.” The report lists driver factors as “Unspecified,” and the vehicle showed right-front bumper impact. No passenger injuries were reported; the 74-year-old male driver is listed as licensed. The data does not cite specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. It does, however, record the pedestrian signal status after noting no driver contributing factor.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Northbound sedan hits two pedestrians on 42 St▸Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
12
Northbound sedan hits two pedestrians on 42 St▸Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 12 - A northbound sedan struck two men outside the crosswalk on 42 St near 19 Ave. Both pedestrians died. A driver in a left‑turning SUV was involved. The sedan driver, 84, was also killed. Parked cars were damaged at the scene.
Two pedestrians were killed after a northbound sedan struck them on 42 St near 19 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as "Unspecified." The report records the sedan as "Going Straight Ahead" and the SUV as "Making Left Turn." Two men — one age 70 and one listed with unknown age — died of crush injuries. The 84‑year‑old driver of the sedan is also recorded as killed. Parked vehicles sustained damage from secondary impacts. Police data show no pedestrian contributing factors assigned in the report.
12
Cabán Demands Safety-Boosting 20 MPH Limit and Daylighting▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
""I also strongly support the 31st Street Safety Plan, Council Member [Julie] Won’s Universal Daylighting legislation, and the full implementation of Sammy’s Law and other traffic calming measures,"" -- Tiffany Cabán
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
- UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-12
12
González-Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Street Reforms Now▸Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
-
UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 12 - A speeding driver killed himself and two pedestrians in Astoria. Politicians demand lower speed limits, protected lanes, and daylighting. Slower speeds save lives. The city holds the power. Action is overdue.
On August 12, 2025, after a deadly Astoria crash, Council Member Tiffany Caban, Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, and Zohran Mamdani called for urgent street safety reforms. Caban demanded a 20 mph limit, protected bike lanes, and universal daylighting. Mamdani backed Sammy’s Law and curbs on car traffic near schools. Transportation Alternatives urged the city to use its new authority to lower speed limits, stating, "Slower speeds are proven to reduce crashes dramatically." Safety analysts confirm: lowering limits cuts crash severity and frequency, protecting pedestrians and cyclists without burdening them. No bill was filed, but the call is clear—speed kills, and the city can stop it.
- UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
- Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two, New York Post, Published 2025-08-12
11
Left-turn disregard injures Queens cyclist▸Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 11 - A southbound driver turned left at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue and blew the signal. The westbound cyclist rode straight. Metal met flesh. The rider went down with head wounds and deep cuts. The street failed him. The driver failed the law.
A crash at Hazen Street and 19th Avenue in Queens injured a 31-year-old male bicyclist. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The southbound turning vehicle was making a left while the cyclist was traveling west, straight ahead. The cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations and was listed as injured and conscious. Driver error led the sequence: Traffic Control Disregarded during a left turn. Only after that does equipment appear: the report notes “None” for the cyclist’s safety equipment. No other factors are cited beyond the listed driver violation and unspecified factors for the cyclist.
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
- Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
8
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Off Roadway▸Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 8 - A driver in a Ford sedan hit a 51-year-old man not in the roadway on 23 Street in Queens. Police recorded driver inattention and a limited view. The man suffered fractures and a dislocation.
A driver in a 2014 Ford sedan traveling north on 23 Street in Queens hit a 51-year-old man who was not in the roadway. The pedestrian was conscious and hurt across his body, with fractures and a dislocation. "According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocation." The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors. Police recorded those driver errors. The driver, a 63-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured; the vehicle sustained no damage. The crash location is listed as 36-20 23 Street in the 114th Precinct. No other factors were cited.
8
Left-turn driver hits motorized rider in Queens▸Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 8 - A northbound driver making a left turn hit a westbound motorized rider at 49 St and 31 Ave in Queens. The 44-year-old rider suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police noted failure to yield by the driver.
According to the police report, the crash involved a northbound vehicle making a left turn and a westbound vehicle going straight, with Failure to Yield Right-of-Way listed as a contributing factor. The driver making the left turn struck the center front end of the westbound machine. A 44-year-old man operating the motorized vehicle was injured; police list shoulder fracture and dislocation. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The rider's contributing factors are marked Unspecified in the report. No other contributing factors are listed in the data.
8
González‑Rojas Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Bike Lane Project▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
5
Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
- DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
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Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
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Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
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Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
- DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
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Left Turn at Broadway and 21st Injures Rider▸Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
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Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
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Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
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Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 7 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Broadway and 21st Street and cut off a southbound standing scooter. The rider hit the right side, flew off, and fractured his arm. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A 30-year-old man riding a standing scooter was ejected and suffered a fractured arm after a driver in a sedan turned left across his path at Broadway and 21st Street in Queens. The scooter was traveling south; the sedan was traveling north and turning left. The rider hit the car’s right-side doors and went down. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver. The driver, a 66-year-old woman, was not reported injured.
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Left-turning sedan hits woman in crosswalk▸Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
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Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
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Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 5 - A left-turning Chevy cut across 54 St and 32 Ave and struck a 66-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She crossed with the signal. The car’s left front bumper took her down. Failure to yield put her in the ambulance.
A northbound Chevy sedan making a left at 54 St and 32 Ave in Queens struck a 66-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” The driver’s left front bumper was the point of impact, injuring the pedestrian’s leg; she was conscious and reported internal pain. Multiple entries in the report list Failure to Yield as the driver’s contributing factor. The driver was licensed. The data lists no other driver errors before impact. The pedestrian’s action—Crossing With Signal—is noted only after the driver’s failure to yield.
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Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
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Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
- Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor, City & State NY, Published 2025-08-04
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Two SUVs Collide on 30 Drive▸Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Aug 3 - Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 49-year-old man had a bruised arm. A 52-year-old woman suffered whiplash. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
Two SUVs collided on 30 Drive in Queens, injuring both drivers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' A 49-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. A 52-year-old female driver suffered a neck injury listed as whiplash. Police recorded the point of impact as the center front end of one SUV and the right rear quarter panel of the other. Both drivers were conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.