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
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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
Holden Proposes Misguided E-Bike Registration Bill Opposed▸Manhattan Community Board 6 shot down Council Member Holden’s e-bike registration bill. The board called it broad, incomplete, and toothless. Members said it would not fix safety. They warned it could push cyclists off the street while ignoring illegal mopeds.
On November 8, 2023, Manhattan Community Board 6 voted on Council Member Bob Holden’s e-bike registration bill. The bill, before the Transportation Committee, would require licensing and visible plates for all e-bikes, scooters, and legal motorized vehicles not already registered with the DMV. The board opposed the measure, passing a resolution 21-15 (with five abstentions), calling it 'overly broad and ineffective at addressing safety concerns.' The matter summary reads: 'Require registration and licensing for all e-bikes and legal motorized vehicles.' Board members Brian Van Nieuwenhoven and Jason Froimowitz criticized the bill as incomplete and unrealistic, noting it would not solve dangerous operation or enforcement issues. Holden dismissed the board’s opposition as unrepresentative. The board also passed a separate resolution supporting daylighting at intersections.
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Manhattan CB6 Rejects E-Bike Registration Bill,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-09
7-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit During Left Turn▸A 7-year-old girl was struck at a marked crosswalk on 66 Street and Myrtle Avenue. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The child suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock.
According to the police report, a 7-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection of 66 Street and Myrtle Avenue. The driver of a 2016 Infiniti sedan was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling southeast. The report does not indicate any fault or action by the pedestrian beyond crossing without signal.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸A 47-year-old man was hit by a bus on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury and bruising. The bus showed no damage. Police list unspecified contributing factors. The man remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a bus traveling south on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and engaged in unspecified actions in the roadway. He sustained a contusion and upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The bus, operated by a licensed male driver, was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no driver errors or violations are noted.
E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
S 7732Addabbo co-sponsors bill adding barriers to e-bikes, reducing street safety.▸Senate bill S 7732 would force e-bikes and scooters to carry plates, insurance, and licenses. Riders face new hurdles. Streets stay hostile. No relief for those on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 7732, sponsored by Simcha Felder and co-sponsored by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., sits in the sponsorship stage as of November 1, 2023. The bill 'relates to the regulation of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters; requires license plates... liability insurance... operator's safety manual and licensing.' The bill targets e-bike and scooter riders with new requirements. No committee action or votes yet. No evidence these measures protect pedestrians or cyclists. Systemic street danger remains unaddressed.
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File S 7732,
Open States,
Published 2023-11-01
2Motorcycle Collides with Sedan on Grand Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two males, ages 17 and 14, were partially ejected and injured. Both wore helmets. The crash caused abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 2021 JIAJU motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue collided with a 2018 Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northeast. The motorcycle driver, 17, and a 14-year-old passenger were both partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg. Both wore helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the motorcycle operator. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn. The motorcycle suffered damage to its left front quarter panel; the sedan was damaged at the center front end.
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on 55 Avenue▸A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
Manhattan Community Board 6 shot down Council Member Holden’s e-bike registration bill. The board called it broad, incomplete, and toothless. Members said it would not fix safety. They warned it could push cyclists off the street while ignoring illegal mopeds.
On November 8, 2023, Manhattan Community Board 6 voted on Council Member Bob Holden’s e-bike registration bill. The bill, before the Transportation Committee, would require licensing and visible plates for all e-bikes, scooters, and legal motorized vehicles not already registered with the DMV. The board opposed the measure, passing a resolution 21-15 (with five abstentions), calling it 'overly broad and ineffective at addressing safety concerns.' The matter summary reads: 'Require registration and licensing for all e-bikes and legal motorized vehicles.' Board members Brian Van Nieuwenhoven and Jason Froimowitz criticized the bill as incomplete and unrealistic, noting it would not solve dangerous operation or enforcement issues. Holden dismissed the board’s opposition as unrepresentative. The board also passed a separate resolution supporting daylighting at intersections.
- Manhattan CB6 Rejects E-Bike Registration Bill, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-11-09
7-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit During Left Turn▸A 7-year-old girl was struck at a marked crosswalk on 66 Street and Myrtle Avenue. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The child suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock.
According to the police report, a 7-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection of 66 Street and Myrtle Avenue. The driver of a 2016 Infiniti sedan was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling southeast. The report does not indicate any fault or action by the pedestrian beyond crossing without signal.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸A 47-year-old man was hit by a bus on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury and bruising. The bus showed no damage. Police list unspecified contributing factors. The man remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a bus traveling south on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and engaged in unspecified actions in the roadway. He sustained a contusion and upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The bus, operated by a licensed male driver, was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no driver errors or violations are noted.
E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
S 7732Addabbo co-sponsors bill adding barriers to e-bikes, reducing street safety.▸Senate bill S 7732 would force e-bikes and scooters to carry plates, insurance, and licenses. Riders face new hurdles. Streets stay hostile. No relief for those on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 7732, sponsored by Simcha Felder and co-sponsored by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., sits in the sponsorship stage as of November 1, 2023. The bill 'relates to the regulation of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters; requires license plates... liability insurance... operator's safety manual and licensing.' The bill targets e-bike and scooter riders with new requirements. No committee action or votes yet. No evidence these measures protect pedestrians or cyclists. Systemic street danger remains unaddressed.
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File S 7732,
Open States,
Published 2023-11-01
2Motorcycle Collides with Sedan on Grand Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two males, ages 17 and 14, were partially ejected and injured. Both wore helmets. The crash caused abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 2021 JIAJU motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue collided with a 2018 Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northeast. The motorcycle driver, 17, and a 14-year-old passenger were both partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg. Both wore helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the motorcycle operator. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn. The motorcycle suffered damage to its left front quarter panel; the sedan was damaged at the center front end.
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on 55 Avenue▸A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A 7-year-old girl was struck at a marked crosswalk on 66 Street and Myrtle Avenue. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The child suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock.
According to the police report, a 7-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection of 66 Street and Myrtle Avenue. The driver of a 2016 Infiniti sedan was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling southeast. The report does not indicate any fault or action by the pedestrian beyond crossing without signal.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸A 47-year-old man was hit by a bus on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury and bruising. The bus showed no damage. Police list unspecified contributing factors. The man remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a bus traveling south on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and engaged in unspecified actions in the roadway. He sustained a contusion and upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The bus, operated by a licensed male driver, was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no driver errors or violations are noted.
E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
S 7732Addabbo co-sponsors bill adding barriers to e-bikes, reducing street safety.▸Senate bill S 7732 would force e-bikes and scooters to carry plates, insurance, and licenses. Riders face new hurdles. Streets stay hostile. No relief for those on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 7732, sponsored by Simcha Felder and co-sponsored by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., sits in the sponsorship stage as of November 1, 2023. The bill 'relates to the regulation of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters; requires license plates... liability insurance... operator's safety manual and licensing.' The bill targets e-bike and scooter riders with new requirements. No committee action or votes yet. No evidence these measures protect pedestrians or cyclists. Systemic street danger remains unaddressed.
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File S 7732,
Open States,
Published 2023-11-01
2Motorcycle Collides with Sedan on Grand Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two males, ages 17 and 14, were partially ejected and injured. Both wore helmets. The crash caused abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 2021 JIAJU motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue collided with a 2018 Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northeast. The motorcycle driver, 17, and a 14-year-old passenger were both partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg. Both wore helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the motorcycle operator. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn. The motorcycle suffered damage to its left front quarter panel; the sedan was damaged at the center front end.
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on 55 Avenue▸A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A 47-year-old man was hit by a bus on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury and bruising. The bus showed no damage. Police list unspecified contributing factors. The man remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a bus traveling south on Woodhaven Boulevard near Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and engaged in unspecified actions in the roadway. He sustained a contusion and upper arm and shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The bus, operated by a licensed male driver, was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no driver errors or violations are noted.
E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
S 7732Addabbo co-sponsors bill adding barriers to e-bikes, reducing street safety.▸Senate bill S 7732 would force e-bikes and scooters to carry plates, insurance, and licenses. Riders face new hurdles. Streets stay hostile. No relief for those on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 7732, sponsored by Simcha Felder and co-sponsored by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., sits in the sponsorship stage as of November 1, 2023. The bill 'relates to the regulation of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters; requires license plates... liability insurance... operator's safety manual and licensing.' The bill targets e-bike and scooter riders with new requirements. No committee action or votes yet. No evidence these measures protect pedestrians or cyclists. Systemic street danger remains unaddressed.
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File S 7732,
Open States,
Published 2023-11-01
2Motorcycle Collides with Sedan on Grand Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two males, ages 17 and 14, were partially ejected and injured. Both wore helmets. The crash caused abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 2021 JIAJU motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue collided with a 2018 Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northeast. The motorcycle driver, 17, and a 14-year-old passenger were both partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg. Both wore helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the motorcycle operator. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn. The motorcycle suffered damage to its left front quarter panel; the sedan was damaged at the center front end.
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on 55 Avenue▸A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
S 7732Addabbo co-sponsors bill adding barriers to e-bikes, reducing street safety.▸Senate bill S 7732 would force e-bikes and scooters to carry plates, insurance, and licenses. Riders face new hurdles. Streets stay hostile. No relief for those on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 7732, sponsored by Simcha Felder and co-sponsored by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., sits in the sponsorship stage as of November 1, 2023. The bill 'relates to the regulation of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters; requires license plates... liability insurance... operator's safety manual and licensing.' The bill targets e-bike and scooter riders with new requirements. No committee action or votes yet. No evidence these measures protect pedestrians or cyclists. Systemic street danger remains unaddressed.
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File S 7732,
Open States,
Published 2023-11-01
2Motorcycle Collides with Sedan on Grand Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two males, ages 17 and 14, were partially ejected and injured. Both wore helmets. The crash caused abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 2021 JIAJU motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue collided with a 2018 Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northeast. The motorcycle driver, 17, and a 14-year-old passenger were both partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg. Both wore helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the motorcycle operator. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn. The motorcycle suffered damage to its left front quarter panel; the sedan was damaged at the center front end.
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on 55 Avenue▸A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
Senate bill S 7732 would force e-bikes and scooters to carry plates, insurance, and licenses. Riders face new hurdles. Streets stay hostile. No relief for those on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 7732, sponsored by Simcha Felder and co-sponsored by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., sits in the sponsorship stage as of November 1, 2023. The bill 'relates to the regulation of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters; requires license plates... liability insurance... operator's safety manual and licensing.' The bill targets e-bike and scooter riders with new requirements. No committee action or votes yet. No evidence these measures protect pedestrians or cyclists. Systemic street danger remains unaddressed.
- File S 7732, Open States, Published 2023-11-01
2Motorcycle Collides with Sedan on Grand Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two males, ages 17 and 14, were partially ejected and injured. Both wore helmets. The crash caused abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 2021 JIAJU motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue collided with a 2018 Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northeast. The motorcycle driver, 17, and a 14-year-old passenger were both partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg. Both wore helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the motorcycle operator. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn. The motorcycle suffered damage to its left front quarter panel; the sedan was damaged at the center front end.
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on 55 Avenue▸A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two males, ages 17 and 14, were partially ejected and injured. Both wore helmets. The crash caused abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 2021 JIAJU motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue collided with a 2018 Chevrolet sedan making a left turn northeast. The motorcycle driver, 17, and a 14-year-old passenger were both partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body and lower leg. Both wore helmets. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the motorcycle operator. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn. The motorcycle suffered damage to its left front quarter panel; the sedan was damaged at the center front end.
SUV U-Turn Hits Moped on 55 Avenue▸A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A moped rider struck the side of a parked SUV making a U-turn on 55 Avenue in Queens. The female moped driver suffered back injuries and bruises. The crash exposed driver inexperience as a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a female moped driver traveling south on 55 Avenue collided with the left side doors of a parked SUV that was making a U-turn. The moped's front end struck the SUV's right front bumper. The moped driver, a 30-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and female, but the report does not specify further errors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A 59-year-old woman was struck by an SUV turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield. The impact fractured her elbow and lower arm. The driver caused the crash by not yielding right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Fresh Pond Road at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 GMC SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally but failed to yield to the pedestrian crossing with the signal. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.
SUV Left Turn Hits E-Bike Passenger▸An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
An SUV turning left collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The e-bike passenger, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The crash involved improper lane usage by the SUV driver.
According to the police report, a 2021 SUV making a left turn on Cooper Avenue in Queens struck an e-bike traveling westbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike carried two occupants; the left rear passenger, a 27-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Stopped Car▸SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
SUV plowed into stopped vehicle on Grand Avenue. Young woman in front seat hurt, back pain and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. Rear-end crash, clear driver error.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveled west on Grand Avenue when one rear-ended the other, which was stopped in traffic. The front passenger, a 24-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, pointing to clear driver error. The impact struck the center back end of the lead SUV and the center front end of the striking vehicle. No other factors were reported. The crash left the passenger injured and the rear of the lead vehicle damaged.
Taxi Hits Moped Rider on Cypress Avenue▸A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A taxi struck a moped rider on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The moped driver was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The taxi’s left front bumper was damaged. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The moped rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a moped traveling east. The moped driver, a 22-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a shoulder and upper arm injury classified as severe. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the center front end of the moped. The taxi driver was licensed, while the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The moped rider was conscious after the crash and suffered contusions and bruises. The taxi had two occupants at the time of the collision.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens SUV Collision▸A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A 14-year-old e-bike rider was injured in Queens when an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male e-bike driver traveling east on Central Avenue was struck by a northwesterly-bound SUV making a left turn. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
Two sedans crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. A front-seat passenger took the hit. Full-body trauma. Shock. Pain. Driver errors: improper lane use, unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed.
According to the police report, two sedans collided westbound on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The BMW changed lanes improperly and struck the Chrysler, which was going straight. The front passenger in the Chrysler, a 27-year-old woman, suffered full-body trauma and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Speed" as contributing factors. The point of impact was the right side doors of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Chrysler. The injured passenger complained of pain and nausea. Both drivers were licensed.
2Turning SUV Driver Hits Woman Crossing Signal▸A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A 63-year-old woman crossed with the light. An SUV turned and struck her head. She fell, bleeding and unconscious. Alcohol was in the blood. Two SUVs at the scene. The street corner in Queens ran red with danger.
A 63-year-old woman was hit by a turning SUV while crossing 71st Street in Queens with the signal. According to the police report, she was struck in the head and collapsed, unconscious and bleeding. Two SUVs were involved: one parked, one turning. The report states, 'Alcohol was in the blood.' The listed contributing factor is 'Alcohol Involvement.' The woman, a pedestrian, suffered severe head injuries. No driver errors beyond alcohol involvement are listed. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left a vulnerable road user gravely hurt at a city intersection.
Moped Hits SUV Rear Bumper in Queens▸A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A moped struck the left rear bumper of an SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, 57, was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Unsafe speed was cited as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight.
According to the police report, a moped traveling east collided with the left rear bumper of a southbound SUV on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 57-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead prior to impact. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the moped was damaged at its center front end. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the SUV driver.
2Sedan Strikes Moped on 74 Street, Two Hurt▸Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
Sedan slammed into moped merging on 74 Street near Eliot Avenue. Both moped riders thrown, battered, bruised. Driver errors: improper lane use, inexperience. Metal twisted. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a sedan hit a moped merging westbound on 74 Street at Eliot Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old male moped driver and 23-year-old female passenger were ejected and injured, suffering head and body bruises. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inexperience." The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s center front end were damaged. Both moped occupants wore no safety equipment. The crash left two vulnerable riders hurt and exposed.
Gianaris Applauds DOT Steps to Improve Street Safety▸Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
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Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year,
amny.com,
Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
Over 200 Astoria residents packed a DOT workshop after a spike in traffic deaths. Cyclists and pedestrians have died. Drivers speed, double-park, and ignore signals. Councilwoman Cabán and others demand urgent action. DOT vows to return with a safety plan.
On September 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation held a public street safety workshop in Astoria, Queens, following a surge in traffic violence. The event, covered on September 18, 2023, drew over 200 residents and was organized by Western Queens elected officials. The workshop addressed a 'significant increase in traffic-related deaths, including several high-profile fatalities involving cyclists and pedestrians.' Councilwoman Tiffany Cabán, State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani called the deaths preventable and demanded urgent changes. Cabán stated, 'If it saves lives, it’s worth doing.' DOT officials, including Queens Borough Commissioner Nicole Garcia and senior program manager Kyle Gorman, presented plans for 31st Avenue and collected resident feedback on dangerous driving, lack of protected bike lanes, and unsafe intersections. The DOT pledged to return with a proposal. No formal bill number or committee was cited; the event focused on immediate community engagement and systemic change.
- Astoria residents turnout for DOT street safety workshop following surge in traffic violence this year, amny.com, Published 2023-09-18
SUV Left Turn Hits Southbound Moped▸A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A southbound moped struck the front of a northbound SUV making a left turn in Queens. The moped driver, a man wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited the SUV driver for failure to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, a 2011 Toyota SUV was making a left turn in Queens when it collided head-on with a southbound moped. The moped driver, a male occupant wearing a helmet, sustained an upper arm fracture and dislocation but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the moped. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.
A 49-year-old man was struck while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Willoughby Avenue. The vehicle hit him head-on, causing bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, ignoring traffic controls.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willoughby Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. The 49-year-old man was crossing in a marked crosswalk when a vehicle traveling east struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The vehicle was going straight ahead with two occupants. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided.