Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB5?
Blood on Their Hands: Slow Queens Streets or Count More Dead
Queens CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
Five dead. Twelve left with life-changing wounds. In the last year alone, Queens CB5 has seen 1,267 crashes. Seven hundred forty-four people were hurt. The numbers do not bleed, but the streets do.
Just this spring, a cyclist was killed on Juniper Boulevard North. A box truck turned right. The man on the bike was thrown and crushed. He died there, helmet or not. The truck kept rolling. The street stayed open. Data from NYC Open Data confirms the toll.
A few months before, a 47-year-old cyclist was killed on Maurice Avenue. An SUV and a truck. The man was ejected, died of crush injuries. No one else died. The road was cleared. The city moved on.
The System Fails the Vulnerable
Most of the dead are not behind the wheel. They walk, they ride, they cross. In three years, cars and SUVs caused 334 pedestrian injuries and deaths. Trucks and buses, 27. Motorcycles and mopeds, 12. Bikes, 9. The numbers are cold, but the pain is not.
A bus crash in Flushing left eight hurt. The driver, just 25, told investigators he “misjudged the curb.” Video showed he had fallen asleep. The MTA pulled him from service. “I was all the way in the back and all of a sudden the bus hit the curb, I guess, jumped the curb, I went this way and that way and banged into the side of the bus,” said a passenger.
Leadership: Progress and Delay
Local leaders have taken steps, but the pace is slow. Senator Gianaris and Assembly Member Hevesi both voted to extend school speed zones and co-sponsored bills to force repeat speeders to slow down. But the default speed limit remains above 20 mph. The most dangerous drivers still roam free. Each delay is a risk paid in blood.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by those in power. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph default. Demand action on repeat speeders. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Act now. The next victim is only a day away.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB5 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB5?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB5?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ How many people were killed or seriously injured in Queens CB5 in the last year?
Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705063 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 7979, Open States, Published 2023-08-18
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
Other Representatives
District 28
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 30
64-69 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY 11379
718-366-3900
250 Broadway, Suite 1558, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7381
District 12
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB5 Queens Community Board 5 sits in Queens, Precinct 104, District 30, AD 28, SD 12.
It contains Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Middle Village Cemetery, St. John Cemetery, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (North).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 5
SUV Driver Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 27-year-old male SUV driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries in a Queens collision involving two parked vehicles. The crash occurred at 4:45 a.m. and was caused by unsafe speed, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash happened in Queens near Greene Avenue at 4:45 a.m. A 27-year-old male driver of a 2004 Toyota SUV traveling east struck two parked vehicles: a 2014 BMW sedan and a 2022 Hyundai SUV. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. The Toyota SUV sustained front-end damage, impacting the left front bumper, while the parked vehicles were hit on their left sides. The driver was injured with whiplash and bodily trauma affecting his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed in urban environments and the vulnerability of drivers even when colliding with stationary vehicles.
Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
S 9718Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A 27-year-old male SUV driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries in a Queens collision involving two parked vehicles. The crash occurred at 4:45 a.m. and was caused by unsafe speed, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash happened in Queens near Greene Avenue at 4:45 a.m. A 27-year-old male driver of a 2004 Toyota SUV traveling east struck two parked vehicles: a 2014 BMW sedan and a 2022 Hyundai SUV. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. The Toyota SUV sustained front-end damage, impacting the left front bumper, while the parked vehicles were hit on their left sides. The driver was injured with whiplash and bodily trauma affecting his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed in urban environments and the vulnerability of drivers even when colliding with stationary vehicles.
Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
S 9718Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
S 9718Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The impact struck the moped’s right side doors and the sedan’s front end. The rider suffered hip and upper leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 15:10 in Queens near 65-05 Cooper Avenue involving a moped and a sedan. The moped, traveling west, was struck on its right side doors by the sedan, which was traveling south. The moped driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, including contusions and bruises. The driver remained conscious after the crash. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the vulnerability of moped riders in multi-vehicle crashes.
SUV Lane Change Slams Motorcycle on Seneca▸SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
SUV veered on Seneca Avenue. Hit a motorcycle head-on. Rider’s leg shattered. Alcohol involved. Metal twisted. Blood on the street. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, an SUV changed lanes on Seneca Avenue in Queens and struck a southbound motorcycle at 17:43. The 29-year-old woman riding the motorcycle suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the SUV and 'Alcohol Involvement' for the motorcyclist as contributing factors. The SUV’s left front bumper hit the motorcycle’s center front end. The rider wore a helmet and was not ejected. This crash shows the danger of improper lane changes and impaired operation on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Bicyclist▸A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A 24-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion after an SUV making a left turn collided with him on Grand Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, striking the cyclist head-on and causing serious injury.
According to the police report, at 5:11 AM on Grand Avenue in Queens, a 2022 SUV traveling north was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused center front end damage to both the SUV and the bicycle. The data highlights the driver's error as the primary cause of the crash and resulting injury.
Int 0921-2024Holden co-sponsors bill speeding utility pole removal, boosting street safety.▸Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
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File Int 0921-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Abandoned poles and wires block sidewalks, trap walkers, and threaten cyclists. This bill sets strict deadlines for removal and transfer. Delay ends. Streets clear. Danger cut.
Int 0921-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 23, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Justin L. Brannan with Holden, Vernikov, Marmorato, and Paladino, demands owners remove abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances within 60 days—or immediately if dangerous. Transfers to new poles must happen in 30 days. The matter title reads: 'timelines for the removal of abandoned or unsafe utility poles, wires, and appurtenances, and the transfer of appurtenances to newly erected poles.' Swift action means fewer sidewalk traps and less risk for those on foot or bike.
- File Int 0921-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-23
2Sleeping SUV Driver Slams Sedan, Injures Two▸SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
SUV veered left on Eliot Avenue. Driver asleep. Crashed into sedan. Two women inside sedan bruised, faces and heads bloodied. Metal twisted. Both conscious. Both strapped in. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, an SUV driver making a left turn on Eliot Avenue in Queens fell asleep at the wheel and collided with an eastbound sedan. The impact crushed the sedan’s front. Two female passengers, aged 63 and 84, suffered head and facial contusions. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor, pointing to driver error. No actions by the injured passengers contributed to the crash. The violence of the collision left the sedan demolished and the street marked by carelessness.
Motorcycle Collides With Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 60 Avenue. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old occupant, suffered a contusion and injury to the elbow and lower arm. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:17 on 60 Avenue when a motorcycle traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a stationary SUV that was parked. The motorcycle driver, a one-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries including a contusion and trauma to the elbow, lower arm, and hand. The injury severity was rated as moderate (3). The report identifies 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors on the motorcycle or SUV side. The SUV was parked and had damage to its right rear bumper, while the motorcycle had damage to its left front bumper. No ejection occurred, and the motorcycle driver was conscious. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
S 9490Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9490,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Senate bill S 9490 raises penalties for endangering highway workers. It pushes work zone safety and funds more enforcement. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 9490 was introduced on May 16, 2024, and is at the sponsorship stage. The bill aims to 'increase penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promote work zone safety awareness; establish a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement.' Senator Jeremy Cooney leads as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors. The bill targets drivers who threaten highway workers, seeking to make work zones less deadly. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9490, Open States, Published 2024-05-16
Gianaris Supports Queens Express Bus Expansion Boosting Safety▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
-
File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
- Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins, nypost.com, Published 2024-05-16
Int 0880-2024Holden co-sponsors bill that could delay or block street safety upgrades.▸Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
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File Int 0880-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Council bill redefines major transit projects. Bike lanes, busways, and bus lanes now trigger community board notice. DOT must present plans, boards get sixty days to respond. Progress reports go public. Holden and Ariola sponsor.
Int 0880-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced May 16, 2024, by Council Members Joann Ariola and Robert F. Holden, it amends city code to require community notification for any bus lane, busway, or bike lane project, no matter the size. The bill states: 'construction or removal of a bus lane, busway, or bike lane' counts as a major project. DOT must present plans to affected boards, who get sixty days to comment. DOT must post quarterly updates online. Ariola is the primary sponsor; Holden co-sponsors. The bill aims to increase transparency and community input on street changes that shape safety for all.
- File Int 0880-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-16
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ignores Traffic Signal▸Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
Moped slammed head-on into sedan on 80 Street. Driver ran the signal, got hurt in the crash. Hip and leg bruised. Police cite traffic control ignored and inattention. Sedan driver licensed, going straight.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old unlicensed moped driver made a left turn on 80 Street at Furmanville Avenue in Queens and disregarded traffic control. He collided head-on with an eastbound sedan. The moped driver suffered hip and upper leg contusions but stayed conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight. The moped driver wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a crash factor. No victim actions contributed to the collision.
2Oversized Vehicle Causes Queens Sedan Crash▸A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A sedan making a right turn in Queens collided with an oversized vehicle traveling east. Both sedan occupants suffered neck injuries. The crash, marked by impact to the sedan’s left rear bumper, exposed dangers from oversized vehicles on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cypress Avenue in Queens at 16:16. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver from Connecticut, was making a right turn when it was struck on the left rear bumper by an oversized vehicle traveling east. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both wearing lap belts, sustained neck injuries classified as severity 3. The report cites 'Oversized Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor twice, highlighting the role of the larger vehicle in causing the collision. The oversized vehicle’s driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Damage was concentrated at the sedan’s left rear bumper and the oversized vehicle’s center front end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Passing Too Closely▸A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A bicyclist riding east on Central Avenue was injured when a parked sedan struck her on the left side. The cyclist suffered bruises and elbow injuries. Police cited the cyclist’s confusion and passing too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:56 on Central Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female bicyclist traveling east collided with a parked 2017 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary before the crash, indicating the bicyclist’s actions led to the collision. No driver errors by the sedan operator are noted. The bicyclist’s helmet status is not reported as a factor.
2Taxi Rear-Ends Stopped SUVs, Driver Trapped▸A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A taxi barreled into two stopped SUVs on Cooper Avenue. Steel crumpled. The taxi driver, trapped and silent, suffered a shattered shoulder. Traffic flowed past the wreck. The crash exposed deadly risks of tailgating in Queens.
According to the police report, at 14:10 on Cooper Avenue near 80th Street in Queens, a taxi traveling east struck two stationary SUVs stopped in traffic. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The taxi's center front end collided with the center back ends of the SUVs. The 48-year-old male taxi driver was trapped in his vehicle with crush injuries and a shattered shoulder, described as sitting silent behind the wheel. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive, resulting in severe injury and vehicle entrapment.
Multi-Vehicle Rear-End Crash Injures Sedan Driver▸A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.
A chain collision on the Long Island Expressway sent a 51-year-old sedan driver to the hospital with neck injuries. The crash involved a sedan, a limo, and another sedan, all traveling westbound. Impact centered on rear and front ends, causing whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 6:57 a.m. and involved three vehicles traveling westbound: a 2010 Toyota sedan, a 2019 Cadillac limo, and a 2009 Acura sedan. The point of impact was the center back end on the first two vehicles and the center front end on the third, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The injured party was the 51-year-old male driver of the Toyota sedan, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, suggesting driver incapacitation played a role. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back and front ends, consistent with a rear-end crash sequence.