Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB7?
Queens CB7: 23 Dead, Streets Still Unsafe
Queens CB7: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 16, 2025
The Toll, Right Here
On 2025-07-02 a driver died at Bell Boulevard and the Cross Island Parkway. On 2025-03-14 an SUV struck and killed a 78-year-old woman at Parsons Boulevard and Northern Boulevard. On 2024-02-15 a 68-year-old woman died on Main Street near Reeves Avenue. On 2024-06-10 a 63-year-old bicyclist was killed at Bowne Street and 41st Avenue. On 2024-03-06 a 63-year-old on a moped was killed at College Point Boulevard and Blossom Avenue.
Since 2022, Queens CB7 has recorded 23 deaths, 90 serious injuries, and 3,546 injuries across 6,412 crashes, according to NYC Open Data crash records.
Wrong‑Way Violence, In Our Backyard
On the Clearview Expressway a jury heard that Joseph Lee drove the wrong way and smashed into multiple cars. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said, “Joseph Lee terrorized other drivers as he purposefully drove the wrong way on a busy Queens highway and crashed into multiple cars.” Lee told police he entered the expressway “in the wrong direction because I wanted to hurt people and I felt “liberated” by what I had done.” (amNY coverage).
Where It Keeps Happening
The Cross Island Parkway and the Whitestone Expressway are repeat hotspots. Deaths cluster in the evening; fatalities spike between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Small‑area data show unsafe speed and failure to yield among the recurring factors. Cars and SUVs account for most pedestrian deaths and injuries in the district.
Fixes that would cut risk here and now:
- Daylighting and leading‑pedestrian intervals (LPIs) at Main Street and Northern Boulevard to shorten crossing distances and give people on foot a head start.
- Protected space and hardened turns on Northern Boulevard and College Point Boulevard to separate people walking and riding from fast cars.
- Targeted nighttime speed enforcement and better lighting on parkway service roads to blunt the evening spike.
Leaders’ Moves — and Missed Chances
Council Member Vickie Paladino sponsored a bill that would remove protected bike‑lane and bus‑lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan; the measure sits in committee (Int 1362‑2025). State Senator John Liu voted yes in committee on S4045, the state bill to require intelligent speed‑assistance devices for habitual violators.
City council and the mayor can act locally. Keep the protected‑lane targets in the Streets Master Plan. Fund daylighting and LPIs at CB7 hotspots. And demand the city lower default speeds on local streets.
Citywide Fixes
Local patterns need citywide answers. Lowering New York City’s default speed limit to 20 mph would cut the force that turns mistakes into deaths. Requiring intelligent speed‑assistance devices for repeat offenders, as S4045 proposes, would force the worst drivers to slow down. These are practical, tested tools: speed limits and speed‑limiting tech save lives and focus enforcement where it matters (see S4045 and the Council file Int 1362‑2025).
Act Now
Call your council member and state legislators. Tell them to oppose removing lane targets (Int 1362‑2025), pass speed‑limiter requirements for repeat speeders (S4045), and lower local street speeds. Demand daylighting and LPIs on Main and Northern, protected space on Northern and College Point Boulevard, and night speed enforcement on parkway service roads. The bodies are here. Leaders must act before more families lose someone they love.
Sources
- NYC Open Data motor‑vehicle crash records.
- amNY reporting on the Clearview Expressway wrong‑way case (coverage of DA Katz statements and defendant admission).
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB7 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB7?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB7?
▸ Are these just “accidents”?
▸ What can local politicians do right now?
- Keep and expand protected lanes; oppose removing quotas (Int 1362‑2025). 2) Require speed limiters for repeat offenders by passing the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045). 3) Lower default speeds on local streets and fund daylighting, LPIs, and night speed control at CB7 hotspots.
▸ Where are the worst hotspots and hours in CB7?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amny, Published 2025-08-15
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702952 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-16
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Crash Kills Two Pedestrians, Driver, amny, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
Other Representatives
District 40
136-20 38th Ave. Suite 10A, Flushing, NY 11354
Room 712, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 19
250 Broadway, Suite 1551, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7250
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB7 Queens Community Board 7 sits in Queens, Precinct 109, District 19, AD 40, SD 16.
It contains College Point, Whitestone-Beechhurst, Bay Terrace-Clearview, Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing, East Flushing, Queensboro Hill, Flushing-Willets Point, Fort Totten, Kissena Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 7
SUV Strikes E-Bike Rider in Queens Collision▸An SUV traveling east struck a northbound e-bike on 162 Street in Queens. The 15-year-old e-bike rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. The SUV's right rear quarter panel was damaged. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a 2008 Honda SUV traveling east on 162 Street collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 15-year-old male, was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his hip and upper leg. The SUV sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel, indicating the point of impact. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists the e-bike rider's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' and no explicit driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Reckless Driving are cited. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No helmet use or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by motor vehicles to vulnerable e-bike riders.
3Diesel Truck Slams Pickup, Crushes Three Necks▸A diesel truck rammed a northbound pickup on Whitestone Expressway. Metal folded, glass burst, three young adults trapped inside. Neck bones cracked. The truck’s nose caved, the pickup’s rear torn open. All survived, but the scars will linger.
According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck struck the rear of a northbound Ford pickup truck on Whitestone Expressway at 8:37 a.m. The report states, 'A diesel truck slammed into a northbound Ford pickup. The truck’s nose folded. The pickup’s rear tore open.' Three young adults inside the pickup—ages 20, 27, and 29—suffered severe neck crush injuries. None were ejected; all remained strapped in as the vehicle crumpled around them. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the crash. The force of the impact left the pickup’s right rear bumper destroyed and the truck’s front end mangled. The data makes clear: driver error behind the wheel of the tractor truck led to devastating injuries for the pickup’s occupants.
Sedan Makes Improper U-Turn Injures Bicyclist▸A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made an improper U-turn on Roosevelt Avenue. The crash caused pain and shock. Police cited improper passing and turning by the sedan as contributing factors in Queens at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:17 on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making an improper U-turn when the collision happened. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The bicyclist was riding straight ahead and was not ejected, but suffered significant injury. No damage was reported to either vehicle despite the impact occurring at the sedan's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist.
Liu Supports Flatbush Bus Lane Advocacy Campaign▸Transit advocates and unions demand a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. Mayor Adams stalls. Council Members Hudson and Joseph back the plan. Riders wait. Buses crawl. Working-class New Yorkers bear the brunt. The city delays. Streets stay dangerous. Justice deferred.
On July 10, 2024, a coalition of transit advocates and labor unions renewed calls for a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. The campaign, not tied to a specific council bill, has drawn support from Council Members Crystal Hudson and Rita Joseph. The matter, described as a 'no-brainer solution,' highlights slow bus speeds—often under 5 mph—and the urgent need for safer, faster transit. Jolyse Race of Riders Alliance stressed the economic justice at stake, noting bus riders earn half as much as car owners. Mayor Eric Adams has withheld support, citing community engagement and raising concerns about gentrification. The Department of Transportation's plans have stalled under his administration. Healthcare workers and union leaders spoke of missed shifts and unreliable service. Advocates now plan to survey bus riders to show support. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the campaign centers the needs of vulnerable bus riders and pedestrians.
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Bus Advocates Renew Push For Flatbush Avenue Bus Lane Despite Mayor’s Lack of Support,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-10
E-Scooter Driver Suffers Head Injury in Queens▸An e-scooter driver in Queens was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. The 33-year-old male was semiconscious after the crash. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no vehicle damage or impact details were recorded.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens at 1:25 AM. The driver suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report states the driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle, an e-scooter traveling east and going straight ahead, showed no damage or point of impact. Contributing factors are listed as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified in the report. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The focus remains on the driver's injury and the lack of recorded collision damage.
3Two Sedans Collide on Blossom Avenue▸Two sedans collided at Blossom Avenue in Queens. Both drivers and a child passenger suffered injuries. The crash involved improper turning, failure to yield, and driver distraction. Injuries included neck and back trauma, leaving victims in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Blossom Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight. The report cites driver errors including "Turning Improperly," "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." A 9-year-old rear passenger was injured with back trauma and shock, secured by a lap belt. Both female drivers were injured—one with neck injuries and shock, the other with unknown injuries and shock. Vehicle damage was sustained to the left front bumper of the U-turning sedan and the right front bumper of the straight-traveling sedan. The report highlights driver errors as primary contributing factors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.
Sedan Collision on Horace Harding Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
An SUV traveling east struck a northbound e-bike on 162 Street in Queens. The 15-year-old e-bike rider suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. The SUV's right rear quarter panel was damaged. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a 2008 Honda SUV traveling east on 162 Street collided with a northbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 15-year-old male, was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his hip and upper leg. The SUV sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel, indicating the point of impact. The e-bike rider was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists the e-bike rider's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' and no explicit driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Reckless Driving are cited. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No helmet use or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by motor vehicles to vulnerable e-bike riders.
3Diesel Truck Slams Pickup, Crushes Three Necks▸A diesel truck rammed a northbound pickup on Whitestone Expressway. Metal folded, glass burst, three young adults trapped inside. Neck bones cracked. The truck’s nose caved, the pickup’s rear torn open. All survived, but the scars will linger.
According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck struck the rear of a northbound Ford pickup truck on Whitestone Expressway at 8:37 a.m. The report states, 'A diesel truck slammed into a northbound Ford pickup. The truck’s nose folded. The pickup’s rear tore open.' Three young adults inside the pickup—ages 20, 27, and 29—suffered severe neck crush injuries. None were ejected; all remained strapped in as the vehicle crumpled around them. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the crash. The force of the impact left the pickup’s right rear bumper destroyed and the truck’s front end mangled. The data makes clear: driver error behind the wheel of the tractor truck led to devastating injuries for the pickup’s occupants.
Sedan Makes Improper U-Turn Injures Bicyclist▸A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made an improper U-turn on Roosevelt Avenue. The crash caused pain and shock. Police cited improper passing and turning by the sedan as contributing factors in Queens at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:17 on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making an improper U-turn when the collision happened. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The bicyclist was riding straight ahead and was not ejected, but suffered significant injury. No damage was reported to either vehicle despite the impact occurring at the sedan's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist.
Liu Supports Flatbush Bus Lane Advocacy Campaign▸Transit advocates and unions demand a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. Mayor Adams stalls. Council Members Hudson and Joseph back the plan. Riders wait. Buses crawl. Working-class New Yorkers bear the brunt. The city delays. Streets stay dangerous. Justice deferred.
On July 10, 2024, a coalition of transit advocates and labor unions renewed calls for a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. The campaign, not tied to a specific council bill, has drawn support from Council Members Crystal Hudson and Rita Joseph. The matter, described as a 'no-brainer solution,' highlights slow bus speeds—often under 5 mph—and the urgent need for safer, faster transit. Jolyse Race of Riders Alliance stressed the economic justice at stake, noting bus riders earn half as much as car owners. Mayor Eric Adams has withheld support, citing community engagement and raising concerns about gentrification. The Department of Transportation's plans have stalled under his administration. Healthcare workers and union leaders spoke of missed shifts and unreliable service. Advocates now plan to survey bus riders to show support. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the campaign centers the needs of vulnerable bus riders and pedestrians.
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Bus Advocates Renew Push For Flatbush Avenue Bus Lane Despite Mayor’s Lack of Support,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-10
E-Scooter Driver Suffers Head Injury in Queens▸An e-scooter driver in Queens was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. The 33-year-old male was semiconscious after the crash. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no vehicle damage or impact details were recorded.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens at 1:25 AM. The driver suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report states the driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle, an e-scooter traveling east and going straight ahead, showed no damage or point of impact. Contributing factors are listed as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified in the report. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The focus remains on the driver's injury and the lack of recorded collision damage.
3Two Sedans Collide on Blossom Avenue▸Two sedans collided at Blossom Avenue in Queens. Both drivers and a child passenger suffered injuries. The crash involved improper turning, failure to yield, and driver distraction. Injuries included neck and back trauma, leaving victims in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Blossom Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight. The report cites driver errors including "Turning Improperly," "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." A 9-year-old rear passenger was injured with back trauma and shock, secured by a lap belt. Both female drivers were injured—one with neck injuries and shock, the other with unknown injuries and shock. Vehicle damage was sustained to the left front bumper of the U-turning sedan and the right front bumper of the straight-traveling sedan. The report highlights driver errors as primary contributing factors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.
Sedan Collision on Horace Harding Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A diesel truck rammed a northbound pickup on Whitestone Expressway. Metal folded, glass burst, three young adults trapped inside. Neck bones cracked. The truck’s nose caved, the pickup’s rear torn open. All survived, but the scars will linger.
According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck struck the rear of a northbound Ford pickup truck on Whitestone Expressway at 8:37 a.m. The report states, 'A diesel truck slammed into a northbound Ford pickup. The truck’s nose folded. The pickup’s rear tore open.' Three young adults inside the pickup—ages 20, 27, and 29—suffered severe neck crush injuries. None were ejected; all remained strapped in as the vehicle crumpled around them. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the crash. The force of the impact left the pickup’s right rear bumper destroyed and the truck’s front end mangled. The data makes clear: driver error behind the wheel of the tractor truck led to devastating injuries for the pickup’s occupants.
Sedan Makes Improper U-Turn Injures Bicyclist▸A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made an improper U-turn on Roosevelt Avenue. The crash caused pain and shock. Police cited improper passing and turning by the sedan as contributing factors in Queens at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:17 on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making an improper U-turn when the collision happened. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The bicyclist was riding straight ahead and was not ejected, but suffered significant injury. No damage was reported to either vehicle despite the impact occurring at the sedan's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist.
Liu Supports Flatbush Bus Lane Advocacy Campaign▸Transit advocates and unions demand a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. Mayor Adams stalls. Council Members Hudson and Joseph back the plan. Riders wait. Buses crawl. Working-class New Yorkers bear the brunt. The city delays. Streets stay dangerous. Justice deferred.
On July 10, 2024, a coalition of transit advocates and labor unions renewed calls for a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. The campaign, not tied to a specific council bill, has drawn support from Council Members Crystal Hudson and Rita Joseph. The matter, described as a 'no-brainer solution,' highlights slow bus speeds—often under 5 mph—and the urgent need for safer, faster transit. Jolyse Race of Riders Alliance stressed the economic justice at stake, noting bus riders earn half as much as car owners. Mayor Eric Adams has withheld support, citing community engagement and raising concerns about gentrification. The Department of Transportation's plans have stalled under his administration. Healthcare workers and union leaders spoke of missed shifts and unreliable service. Advocates now plan to survey bus riders to show support. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the campaign centers the needs of vulnerable bus riders and pedestrians.
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Bus Advocates Renew Push For Flatbush Avenue Bus Lane Despite Mayor’s Lack of Support,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-10
E-Scooter Driver Suffers Head Injury in Queens▸An e-scooter driver in Queens was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. The 33-year-old male was semiconscious after the crash. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no vehicle damage or impact details were recorded.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens at 1:25 AM. The driver suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report states the driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle, an e-scooter traveling east and going straight ahead, showed no damage or point of impact. Contributing factors are listed as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified in the report. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The focus remains on the driver's injury and the lack of recorded collision damage.
3Two Sedans Collide on Blossom Avenue▸Two sedans collided at Blossom Avenue in Queens. Both drivers and a child passenger suffered injuries. The crash involved improper turning, failure to yield, and driver distraction. Injuries included neck and back trauma, leaving victims in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Blossom Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight. The report cites driver errors including "Turning Improperly," "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." A 9-year-old rear passenger was injured with back trauma and shock, secured by a lap belt. Both female drivers were injured—one with neck injuries and shock, the other with unknown injuries and shock. Vehicle damage was sustained to the left front bumper of the U-turning sedan and the right front bumper of the straight-traveling sedan. The report highlights driver errors as primary contributing factors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.
Sedan Collision on Horace Harding Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made an improper U-turn on Roosevelt Avenue. The crash caused pain and shock. Police cited improper passing and turning by the sedan as contributing factors in Queens at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:17 on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making an improper U-turn when the collision happened. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The bicyclist was riding straight ahead and was not ejected, but suffered significant injury. No damage was reported to either vehicle despite the impact occurring at the sedan's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist.
Liu Supports Flatbush Bus Lane Advocacy Campaign▸Transit advocates and unions demand a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. Mayor Adams stalls. Council Members Hudson and Joseph back the plan. Riders wait. Buses crawl. Working-class New Yorkers bear the brunt. The city delays. Streets stay dangerous. Justice deferred.
On July 10, 2024, a coalition of transit advocates and labor unions renewed calls for a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. The campaign, not tied to a specific council bill, has drawn support from Council Members Crystal Hudson and Rita Joseph. The matter, described as a 'no-brainer solution,' highlights slow bus speeds—often under 5 mph—and the urgent need for safer, faster transit. Jolyse Race of Riders Alliance stressed the economic justice at stake, noting bus riders earn half as much as car owners. Mayor Eric Adams has withheld support, citing community engagement and raising concerns about gentrification. The Department of Transportation's plans have stalled under his administration. Healthcare workers and union leaders spoke of missed shifts and unreliable service. Advocates now plan to survey bus riders to show support. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the campaign centers the needs of vulnerable bus riders and pedestrians.
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Bus Advocates Renew Push For Flatbush Avenue Bus Lane Despite Mayor’s Lack of Support,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-07-10
E-Scooter Driver Suffers Head Injury in Queens▸An e-scooter driver in Queens was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. The 33-year-old male was semiconscious after the crash. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no vehicle damage or impact details were recorded.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens at 1:25 AM. The driver suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report states the driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle, an e-scooter traveling east and going straight ahead, showed no damage or point of impact. Contributing factors are listed as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified in the report. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The focus remains on the driver's injury and the lack of recorded collision damage.
3Two Sedans Collide on Blossom Avenue▸Two sedans collided at Blossom Avenue in Queens. Both drivers and a child passenger suffered injuries. The crash involved improper turning, failure to yield, and driver distraction. Injuries included neck and back trauma, leaving victims in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Blossom Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight. The report cites driver errors including "Turning Improperly," "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." A 9-year-old rear passenger was injured with back trauma and shock, secured by a lap belt. Both female drivers were injured—one with neck injuries and shock, the other with unknown injuries and shock. Vehicle damage was sustained to the left front bumper of the U-turning sedan and the right front bumper of the straight-traveling sedan. The report highlights driver errors as primary contributing factors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.
Sedan Collision on Horace Harding Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
Transit advocates and unions demand a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. Mayor Adams stalls. Council Members Hudson and Joseph back the plan. Riders wait. Buses crawl. Working-class New Yorkers bear the brunt. The city delays. Streets stay dangerous. Justice deferred.
On July 10, 2024, a coalition of transit advocates and labor unions renewed calls for a Flatbush Avenue bus lane. The campaign, not tied to a specific council bill, has drawn support from Council Members Crystal Hudson and Rita Joseph. The matter, described as a 'no-brainer solution,' highlights slow bus speeds—often under 5 mph—and the urgent need for safer, faster transit. Jolyse Race of Riders Alliance stressed the economic justice at stake, noting bus riders earn half as much as car owners. Mayor Eric Adams has withheld support, citing community engagement and raising concerns about gentrification. The Department of Transportation's plans have stalled under his administration. Healthcare workers and union leaders spoke of missed shifts and unreliable service. Advocates now plan to survey bus riders to show support. No formal safety analysis was provided, but the campaign centers the needs of vulnerable bus riders and pedestrians.
- Bus Advocates Renew Push For Flatbush Avenue Bus Lane Despite Mayor’s Lack of Support, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-07-10
E-Scooter Driver Suffers Head Injury in Queens▸An e-scooter driver in Queens was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. The 33-year-old male was semiconscious after the crash. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no vehicle damage or impact details were recorded.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens at 1:25 AM. The driver suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report states the driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle, an e-scooter traveling east and going straight ahead, showed no damage or point of impact. Contributing factors are listed as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified in the report. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The focus remains on the driver's injury and the lack of recorded collision damage.
3Two Sedans Collide on Blossom Avenue▸Two sedans collided at Blossom Avenue in Queens. Both drivers and a child passenger suffered injuries. The crash involved improper turning, failure to yield, and driver distraction. Injuries included neck and back trauma, leaving victims in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Blossom Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight. The report cites driver errors including "Turning Improperly," "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." A 9-year-old rear passenger was injured with back trauma and shock, secured by a lap belt. Both female drivers were injured—one with neck injuries and shock, the other with unknown injuries and shock. Vehicle damage was sustained to the left front bumper of the U-turning sedan and the right front bumper of the straight-traveling sedan. The report highlights driver errors as primary contributing factors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.
Sedan Collision on Horace Harding Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
An e-scooter driver in Queens was injured, sustaining head trauma and minor bleeding. The 33-year-old male was semiconscious after the crash. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors but no vehicle damage or impact details were recorded.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens at 1:25 AM. The driver suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report states the driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle, an e-scooter traveling east and going straight ahead, showed no damage or point of impact. Contributing factors are listed as unspecified, indicating no clear driver error was identified in the report. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The focus remains on the driver's injury and the lack of recorded collision damage.
3Two Sedans Collide on Blossom Avenue▸Two sedans collided at Blossom Avenue in Queens. Both drivers and a child passenger suffered injuries. The crash involved improper turning, failure to yield, and driver distraction. Injuries included neck and back trauma, leaving victims in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Blossom Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight. The report cites driver errors including "Turning Improperly," "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." A 9-year-old rear passenger was injured with back trauma and shock, secured by a lap belt. Both female drivers were injured—one with neck injuries and shock, the other with unknown injuries and shock. Vehicle damage was sustained to the left front bumper of the U-turning sedan and the right front bumper of the straight-traveling sedan. The report highlights driver errors as primary contributing factors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.
Sedan Collision on Horace Harding Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
Two sedans collided at Blossom Avenue in Queens. Both drivers and a child passenger suffered injuries. The crash involved improper turning, failure to yield, and driver distraction. Injuries included neck and back trauma, leaving victims in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Blossom Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One driver was making a U-turn while the other was traveling straight. The report cites driver errors including "Turning Improperly," "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." A 9-year-old rear passenger was injured with back trauma and shock, secured by a lap belt. Both female drivers were injured—one with neck injuries and shock, the other with unknown injuries and shock. Vehicle damage was sustained to the left front bumper of the U-turning sedan and the right front bumper of the straight-traveling sedan. The report highlights driver errors as primary contributing factors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.
Sedan Collision on Horace Harding Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
Two sedans collided on Horace Harding Expressway in the evening. The driver changing lanes struck the rear of a sedan traveling straight. The lane-changing driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:05 on Horace Harding Expressway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver was changing lanes and impacted the right front bumper of her vehicle with the left rear bumper of the other sedan, which was going straight ahead. The driver who changed lanes was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor. She was injured, sustaining neck injuries and was in shock, but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver error—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian Crossing▸A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A 68-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck, sustaining pain and shock at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 7:00 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2023 Tesla SUV, traveling north and making a right turn, struck her with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained hip and upper leg injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the SUV at the time. The collision highlights a failure of the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing, resulting in serious injury.
Distracted Driver Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Head-On▸A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A Toyota sedan turned left on 32nd Avenue and struck a 77-year-old woman crossing with the light. The car’s front bumper caught her head-on. She bled from the head but stayed conscious. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old woman was crossing 32nd Avenue at an intersection, walking with the signal, when a Toyota sedan making a left turn struck her head-on. The report states the vehicle’s front bumper hit her directly, causing severe bleeding from her head. The woman remained conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was reportedly distracted at the time of the collision. The police narrative confirms the pedestrian was crossing with the light, emphasizing that driver error—specifically distraction—led to the impact. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian’s actions.
Distracted Driver Crashes Two Sedans Queens▸A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A distracted driver sped down 29 Avenue, striking another sedan head-on. The collision threw a 23-year-old female driver into back injury and whiplash. Both vehicles bore front-end damage, revealing the violent impact of inattention and unsafe speed.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens at 17:05. Two sedans traveling south collided, with one striking the other’s right side doors and suffering center front-end damage. The 23-year-old female driver of the Hyundai sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the female driver. Both drivers were licensed, and the collision’s point of impact and vehicle damage indicate a failure to maintain control and attention. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors that led to the violent crash.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
An e-bike rider suffered severe leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision occurred on 41 Avenue, with impact to the bike's center back end. Police cite pedestrian or bicyclist confusion as a contributing factor, highlighting systemic dangers.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-bike rider was injured on 41 Avenue in Queens at 3:30 p.m. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle and the e-bike, which was traveling east and impacted at the center back end. The report attributes the contributing factor to "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion," indicating confusion on the part of the vulnerable road user. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report. The e-bike rider was not ejected and was the sole occupant of the bike. The data reveals a collision scenario where the rider’s confusion played a role, underscoring risks faced by cyclists in Queens traffic environments.
Moped Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A moped traveling north on Main Street hit a 16-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The teen suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Main Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and was not cited for any contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield in urban intersections.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound E-Scooter▸A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A sedan making a left turn collided head-on with an eastbound e-scooter on 35 Avenue. The e-scooter driver, partially ejected and injured in the lower leg, suffered shock and pain. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as causes.
According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on 35 Avenue, a sedan traveling southwest made a left turn and struck an eastbound e-scooter head-on. The e-scooter driver, a 43-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was not cited for any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, underscoring the direct collision impact. The report focuses on the sedan driver’s errors as the primary cause of the crash.
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Hits Parked Vehicle▸An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
An 80-year-old woman driving eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness, crashing into a parked SUV. She sustained whole-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of both vehicles.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old female driver traveling eastbound on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness while operating her 2022 SUV. This medical event caused her to collide with a parked 2017 SUV, impacting the left front bumper and quarter panel of the vehicles. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, but remained conscious after the crash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time of the crash.
Motorcycle Injured in Queens SUV Side Impact▸A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured shoulder and partial ejection after a side impact with an SUV on Willets Point Boulevard. Both vehicles traveled west when the SUV passed too closely, striking the motorcycle's front center and injuring the driver.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Willets Point Boulevard in Queens at 16:24. A 32-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing only a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck on its center front end by a 2021 SUV also traveling west. The SUV impacted the motorcycle on its right side doors, damaging its right front quarter panel. The report cites "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The motorcycle driver was injured but conscious. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangerous passing maneuvers by the SUV driver leading to severe injury of the vulnerable motorcycle rider.
SUV Backing Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A 36-year-old male bicyclist riding east on 43 Avenue suffered abrasions after a 2022 Volvo SUV backing northward hit him on the right rear quarter panel. The crash caused center front end damage to the bike and injured the rider’s entire body.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:50 on 43 Avenue in Queens. The driver of a 2022 Volvo SUV was backing north when the vehicle struck a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions and trauma to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in vehicle maneuvering. The bicyclist was not cited with any contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This collision highlights the danger posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in shared traffic spaces.
Queens Sedan Collision Causes Shoulder Injury▸Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
Two sedans collided on Clintonville Street in Queens. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing a crash that struck the left side doors of one vehicle. A 23-year-old female driver suffered a shoulder abrasion but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:10 on Clintonville Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling southeast and south. Both drivers were cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way, a critical factor leading to the collision. The impact hit the left side doors of the Hyundai sedan, driven by a 23-year-old female who was wearing a lap belt and harness. She sustained an upper arm and shoulder abrasion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The other vehicle, a 2014 Honda sedan, sustained front-end damage. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant. The collision underscores the dangers of failing to yield in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Multi-Vehicle Crash▸A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A 24-year-old man suffered back contusions in a Queens collision involving a tow truck and two SUVs. The impact centered on the back ends of parked vehicles. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 9:00 AM in Queens near 127-27 Willets Point Boulevard involving a tow truck and two parked SUVs. The impact was centered on the back ends of the vehicles. A 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured, sustaining back contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or violations cited. The vehicles involved included a licensed tow truck driver from New Jersey and two parked SUVs from New York. The pedestrian's role and injury are documented, but no pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face in multi-vehicle collisions even when vehicles are stationary or moving slowly.
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Open Streets Permit Reforms▸City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
City hall wants to strip red tape from open streets. The plan slashes insurance demands and trains new groups. Advocates say high costs and paperwork choke car-free events. The move could revive lost corridors and let more New Yorkers reclaim the road.
On June 18, 2024, Chief Public Realm Officer Ya-Ting Liu released a report proposing major reforms to New York City's open streets program. The plan, highlighted in the report 'Realm of Possibility,' aims to 'lift some of the bureaucratic and cost hurdles faced by the largely volunteer open streets groups.' Key elements include lowering or waiving liability insurance for small events, standardizing maintenance agreements, and launching a 'Public Space Academy' to train organizers. Jim Burke, organizer for 34th Avenue, called for removing barriers to make the program equitable. Gib Veconi of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council and Jackson Chabot of Open Plans both praised the reforms, citing burdensome permit processes and high costs as threats to open streets. The proposal responds to advocates' warnings that city policies have stifled car-free spaces, risking the loss of vital corridors for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Someday, You May be Able to Activate Open Streets with Fewer City Hurdles, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-18
SUV and Sedan Collide on Horace Harding Expressway▸A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.
A southbound SUV struck on its right side by an eastbound sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV’s right rear passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 13:35 on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens involving a southbound 2022 Toyota SUV and an eastbound 2019 Nissan sedan. The SUV was impacted on its right side doors by the sedan's center front end. The SUV carried six occupants; a 57-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions on busy expressways.