Blood on Their Hands: Slow Queens Streets or Count More Dead

Convertible slammed into sedan’s rear on Grand Avenue. Two sedan occupants, a man and a girl, suffered neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Both victims were conscious. Impact was hard and sudden.

According to the police report, a convertible traveling north on Grand Avenue struck the rear of a sedan moving in the same direction. The sedan carried a 46-year-old male driver and a 14-year-old female passenger. Both suffered moderate neck injuries and were conscious at the scene. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the convertible’s operator. Both sedan occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted. The crash caused internal complaints but no ejections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641704 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Two sedans slammed together on Madison Street. Both drivers blew past traffic controls. A 28-year-old woman took the hit, full-body injuries, shock. Metal twisted. Streets stained. System failed.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Madison Street at Woodward Avenue in Queens. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls. The impact struck the front bumpers of both cars. A 28-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. She wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the driver error for both vehicles. Both cars were damaged. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash left the female driver hurt, complaining of pain and nausea.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640762 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

A sedan struck a 21-year-old male bicyclist on 57 Avenue in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee, lower leg, and foot fractures. The driver passed too closely, causing the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and wore no safety equipment.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 57 Avenue in Queens collided with a bicyclist also heading north. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old male, sustained fractures to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in injury severity level 3. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's left front quarter panel struck the bicyclist, who was not ejected from his bike. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and parked before the crash. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641093 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Two sedans collided on Rust Street in Queens. One vehicle stopped in traffic. The other followed too closely and struck it from behind. A 41-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Shock was reported. Damage hit rear and front ends.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Rust Street collided when the rear vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance and struck the stopped car ahead. The crash injured a 41-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of the front vehicle. She suffered back injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The contributing factor identified was "Following Too Closely." Both drivers were licensed and driving sedans registered in New York. The rear vehicle impacted the left rear bumper of the front car, which sustained damage to its center front end. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644184 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

A 9-year-old girl and a 48-year-old woman were hit by an SUV making a right turn on 74 Street. Both pedestrians were crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. Injuries ranged from abrasions to fractures.

According to the police report, a 2021 Dodge SUV making a right turn on 74 Street struck two pedestrians crossing with the signal. The victims, a 9-year-old girl and a 48-year-old woman, suffered injuries to their entire body and hip/upper leg, including abrasions and fractures. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from New York, had no vehicle damage reported. Both pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield to pedestrians legally crossing the intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637110 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Three SUVs collided on Flushing Avenue in Queens. One vehicle stopped in traffic was hit from behind. A 34-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a head injury with fracture and dislocation. Alcohol and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, three SUVs traveling north on Flushing Avenue collided in a chain reaction. The vehicles were stopped or going straight when the crash occurred. A 34-year-old female front passenger was injured, sustaining head trauma including fracture and dislocation. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe speed and alcohol involvement as contributing factors. The impact was centered on the back ends and front end of the vehicles. Driver errors include unsafe speed and alcohol involvement. The injured passenger was not at fault.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637106 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

A motorcycle struck a sedan making a left turn on Myrtle Avenue. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Myrtle Avenue collided with a BMW sedan making a left turn eastbound. The motorcyclist, an 18-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver, a licensed female, caused the crash by turning left without yielding. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. Both vehicles sustained front-center damage. No pedestrians were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636221 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

An 87-year-old woman suffered injuries and shock in a Queens crash. Her sedan was struck in the rear while backing. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and not ejected.

According to the police report, an 87-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Juniper Boulevard South in Queens. The crash involved a 2015 Hyundai sedan traveling east that was backing up when it was struck in the center back end, damaging the right rear quarter panel. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, suffered injuries and shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The incident highlights the dangers of distracted driving and the vulnerability of elderly drivers in crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635988 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

Two sedans collided on Union Turnpike in Queens. One vehicle stopped in traffic. The other followed too closely and struck it from behind. A 41-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a back injury. Both drivers were licensed men traveling northbound.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Union Turnpike in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic while the other was traveling straight ahead and failed to maintain a safe distance, resulting in a rear-end collision. The front passenger, a 41-year-old woman, was injured with back trauma but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The contributing factor listed was "Following Too Closely." Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The impact was centered on the front end of the striking vehicle and the rear end of the stopped vehicle. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining proper following distance.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635986 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31