Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB8?
Blood on the Asphalt: Demand Action Before Another Life is Lost
Queens CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll on Our Streets
A cyclist, age 20, killed on 164th Street. A 21-year-old passenger, dead on 73rd Avenue. A 73-year-old driver, gone on the Long Island Expressway. Three deaths in the last year. Eight more left with serious injuries. In the same twelve months, 793 people hurt in 1,204 crashes. The numbers do not bleed, but the families do. NYC Open Data
The Pattern That Won’t Break
Cars, SUVs, and trucks do most of the damage. In three years, they killed two, left nine with serious injuries, and caused more than a hundred moderate injuries. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes are not blameless, but their toll is a fraction. The street is a machine, and the machine is hungry.
Pedestrians and cyclists are not safe. A bus hit a cyclist on Union Turnpike this May. A sedan crushed a moped rider on Hillside Avenue in March. A distracted driver struck an infant in February. The details change. The outcome does not.
Leadership: Promises and Pauses
Local leaders talk of Vision Zero. They point to new speed limits, intersection redesigns, and more cameras. But the pace is slow. The city has the power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. It has not used it. Cameras catch speeders, but Albany lets the law expire and renew, expire and renew. Each delay is a risk. Each risk is a life.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. Every crash is a choice made possible by policy. Residents can call their council member. They can demand a 20 mph limit. They can push for more cameras, more street redesigns, more urgency. The machine does not stop itself. Someone must pull the brake.
Act now. Call your local leaders. Demand safer speeds, more cameras, and streets built for people, not cars. Do not wait for another name to join the list. Take action now.
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Queens CB8 Queens Community Board 8 sits in Queens, Precinct 107, District 24, AD 25, SD 16.
It contains Kew Gardens Hills, Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest, Fresh Meadows-Utopia, Jamaica Estates-Holliswood, Jamaica Hills-Briarwood, Mount Hebron & Cedar Grove Cemeteries, Cunningham Park.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 8
Distracted Driver Injures Child Passenger in Queens▸A 3-year-old girl suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries as a result of a collision involving two sedans in Queens. The crash, caused by driver inattention, left the child conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 141 Street near 71 Road in Queens at 3:26 PM. Two sedans traveling east and north collided, with impact on the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 3-year-old female occupant, seated in the left rear passenger position and secured with a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. She was conscious after the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the victim's behavior. The collision underscores the critical role of driver focus and the severe consequences of distraction behind the wheel.
SUV Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Street▸A 15-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing outside a crosswalk in Queens. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper, causing a contusion and injury to her lower arm. The driver was traveling straight southbound at impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2024 Mazda SUV traveling southbound struck her with its right front bumper on 63-25 Main Street in Queens at 14:25. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or signal, described as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The collision caused a contusion and injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement and driver failure to yield to a pedestrian crossing outside designated areas.
2SUV Slams Sedan in Grand Central Parkway Crash▸SUV struck sedan’s rear as both moved west. Both drivers hurt—neck, knee, leg. Police cite improper lane use and unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to keep them apart.
According to the police report, a 2018 Dodge SUV and a 2023 Chevrolet sedan collided on Grand Central Parkway at 4:45 a.m. Both vehicles traveled west. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel as the sedan merged. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and neck injury. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were conscious and restrained. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, pointing to driver mistakes in lane management. No fault is assigned to the injured.
E-Scooter Rider Ejected, Neck Injured in Queens▸An e-scooter rider was violently ejected and suffered a neck injury on 75 Ave in Queens. The rider was conscious but sustained internal injuries. The crash caused no vehicle damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male riding an e-scooter eastbound on 75 Ave in Queens was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining a neck injury classified as injury severity level 3. The rider was conscious and complained of internal injury. The e-scooter showed no damage, and the point of impact was the center front end. The report lists the rider's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors or other contributing factors were identified. The rider was not using any safety equipment and was riding or hanging on the outside of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The crash occurred at 7:41 AM. The lack of identified driver errors or contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the violent ejection and injury highlight the vulnerability of e-scooter riders.
Sedan Slams Cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena. The crash threw the rider, leaving him bleeding and in shock. Police blame driver distraction and bad lane use. The cyclist took the full force.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 71 Ave struck a southbound bicyclist near Kissena Blvd at 14:25. The 19-year-old cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering injuries to his entire body, minor bleeding, and shock. The sedan hit with its center front end; the bike was struck on its left side. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The report also notes 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as stated in the report. The crash highlights the severe risk posed by driver error to vulnerable road users.
Sedan Collision on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver, a 53-year-old female, was injured with a head contusion and remained conscious. The collision impacted the left front bumper of a Ford sedan and the left rear bumper of a Honda sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor, specifically noting that one vehicle was changing lanes while the other was going straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.
Pickup Truck Hits Parked Vehicles in Queens▸A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A 3-year-old girl suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries as a result of a collision involving two sedans in Queens. The crash, caused by driver inattention, left the child conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 141 Street near 71 Road in Queens at 3:26 PM. Two sedans traveling east and north collided, with impact on the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 3-year-old female occupant, seated in the left rear passenger position and secured with a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her shoulder and upper arm. She was conscious after the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the victim's behavior. The collision underscores the critical role of driver focus and the severe consequences of distraction behind the wheel.
SUV Strikes 15-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Street▸A 15-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing outside a crosswalk in Queens. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper, causing a contusion and injury to her lower arm. The driver was traveling straight southbound at impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2024 Mazda SUV traveling southbound struck her with its right front bumper on 63-25 Main Street in Queens at 14:25. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or signal, described as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The collision caused a contusion and injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement and driver failure to yield to a pedestrian crossing outside designated areas.
2SUV Slams Sedan in Grand Central Parkway Crash▸SUV struck sedan’s rear as both moved west. Both drivers hurt—neck, knee, leg. Police cite improper lane use and unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to keep them apart.
According to the police report, a 2018 Dodge SUV and a 2023 Chevrolet sedan collided on Grand Central Parkway at 4:45 a.m. Both vehicles traveled west. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel as the sedan merged. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and neck injury. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were conscious and restrained. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, pointing to driver mistakes in lane management. No fault is assigned to the injured.
E-Scooter Rider Ejected, Neck Injured in Queens▸An e-scooter rider was violently ejected and suffered a neck injury on 75 Ave in Queens. The rider was conscious but sustained internal injuries. The crash caused no vehicle damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male riding an e-scooter eastbound on 75 Ave in Queens was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining a neck injury classified as injury severity level 3. The rider was conscious and complained of internal injury. The e-scooter showed no damage, and the point of impact was the center front end. The report lists the rider's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors or other contributing factors were identified. The rider was not using any safety equipment and was riding or hanging on the outside of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The crash occurred at 7:41 AM. The lack of identified driver errors or contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the violent ejection and injury highlight the vulnerability of e-scooter riders.
Sedan Slams Cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena. The crash threw the rider, leaving him bleeding and in shock. Police blame driver distraction and bad lane use. The cyclist took the full force.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 71 Ave struck a southbound bicyclist near Kissena Blvd at 14:25. The 19-year-old cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering injuries to his entire body, minor bleeding, and shock. The sedan hit with its center front end; the bike was struck on its left side. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The report also notes 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as stated in the report. The crash highlights the severe risk posed by driver error to vulnerable road users.
Sedan Collision on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver, a 53-year-old female, was injured with a head contusion and remained conscious. The collision impacted the left front bumper of a Ford sedan and the left rear bumper of a Honda sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor, specifically noting that one vehicle was changing lanes while the other was going straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.
Pickup Truck Hits Parked Vehicles in Queens▸A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A 15-year-old girl was struck by an SUV while crossing outside a crosswalk in Queens. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper, causing a contusion and injury to her lower arm. The driver was traveling straight southbound at impact.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2024 Mazda SUV traveling southbound struck her with its right front bumper on 63-25 Main Street in Queens at 14:25. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or signal, described as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The collision caused a contusion and injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicle movement and driver failure to yield to a pedestrian crossing outside designated areas.
2SUV Slams Sedan in Grand Central Parkway Crash▸SUV struck sedan’s rear as both moved west. Both drivers hurt—neck, knee, leg. Police cite improper lane use and unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to keep them apart.
According to the police report, a 2018 Dodge SUV and a 2023 Chevrolet sedan collided on Grand Central Parkway at 4:45 a.m. Both vehicles traveled west. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel as the sedan merged. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and neck injury. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were conscious and restrained. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, pointing to driver mistakes in lane management. No fault is assigned to the injured.
E-Scooter Rider Ejected, Neck Injured in Queens▸An e-scooter rider was violently ejected and suffered a neck injury on 75 Ave in Queens. The rider was conscious but sustained internal injuries. The crash caused no vehicle damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male riding an e-scooter eastbound on 75 Ave in Queens was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining a neck injury classified as injury severity level 3. The rider was conscious and complained of internal injury. The e-scooter showed no damage, and the point of impact was the center front end. The report lists the rider's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors or other contributing factors were identified. The rider was not using any safety equipment and was riding or hanging on the outside of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The crash occurred at 7:41 AM. The lack of identified driver errors or contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the violent ejection and injury highlight the vulnerability of e-scooter riders.
Sedan Slams Cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena. The crash threw the rider, leaving him bleeding and in shock. Police blame driver distraction and bad lane use. The cyclist took the full force.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 71 Ave struck a southbound bicyclist near Kissena Blvd at 14:25. The 19-year-old cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering injuries to his entire body, minor bleeding, and shock. The sedan hit with its center front end; the bike was struck on its left side. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The report also notes 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as stated in the report. The crash highlights the severe risk posed by driver error to vulnerable road users.
Sedan Collision on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver, a 53-year-old female, was injured with a head contusion and remained conscious. The collision impacted the left front bumper of a Ford sedan and the left rear bumper of a Honda sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor, specifically noting that one vehicle was changing lanes while the other was going straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.
Pickup Truck Hits Parked Vehicles in Queens▸A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
SUV struck sedan’s rear as both moved west. Both drivers hurt—neck, knee, leg. Police cite improper lane use and unsafe lane change. Metal and flesh met. System failed to keep them apart.
According to the police report, a 2018 Dodge SUV and a 2023 Chevrolet sedan collided on Grand Central Parkway at 4:45 a.m. Both vehicles traveled west. The SUV hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel as the sedan merged. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and neck injury. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both were conscious and restrained. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, pointing to driver mistakes in lane management. No fault is assigned to the injured.
E-Scooter Rider Ejected, Neck Injured in Queens▸An e-scooter rider was violently ejected and suffered a neck injury on 75 Ave in Queens. The rider was conscious but sustained internal injuries. The crash caused no vehicle damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male riding an e-scooter eastbound on 75 Ave in Queens was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining a neck injury classified as injury severity level 3. The rider was conscious and complained of internal injury. The e-scooter showed no damage, and the point of impact was the center front end. The report lists the rider's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors or other contributing factors were identified. The rider was not using any safety equipment and was riding or hanging on the outside of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The crash occurred at 7:41 AM. The lack of identified driver errors or contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the violent ejection and injury highlight the vulnerability of e-scooter riders.
Sedan Slams Cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena. The crash threw the rider, leaving him bleeding and in shock. Police blame driver distraction and bad lane use. The cyclist took the full force.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 71 Ave struck a southbound bicyclist near Kissena Blvd at 14:25. The 19-year-old cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering injuries to his entire body, minor bleeding, and shock. The sedan hit with its center front end; the bike was struck on its left side. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The report also notes 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as stated in the report. The crash highlights the severe risk posed by driver error to vulnerable road users.
Sedan Collision on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver, a 53-year-old female, was injured with a head contusion and remained conscious. The collision impacted the left front bumper of a Ford sedan and the left rear bumper of a Honda sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor, specifically noting that one vehicle was changing lanes while the other was going straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.
Pickup Truck Hits Parked Vehicles in Queens▸A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
An e-scooter rider was violently ejected and suffered a neck injury on 75 Ave in Queens. The rider was conscious but sustained internal injuries. The crash caused no vehicle damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male riding an e-scooter eastbound on 75 Ave in Queens was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining a neck injury classified as injury severity level 3. The rider was conscious and complained of internal injury. The e-scooter showed no damage, and the point of impact was the center front end. The report lists the rider's contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors or other contributing factors were identified. The rider was not using any safety equipment and was riding or hanging on the outside of the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The crash occurred at 7:41 AM. The lack of identified driver errors or contributing factors leaves the cause unclear, but the violent ejection and injury highlight the vulnerability of e-scooter riders.
Sedan Slams Cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena. The crash threw the rider, leaving him bleeding and in shock. Police blame driver distraction and bad lane use. The cyclist took the full force.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 71 Ave struck a southbound bicyclist near Kissena Blvd at 14:25. The 19-year-old cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering injuries to his entire body, minor bleeding, and shock. The sedan hit with its center front end; the bike was struck on its left side. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The report also notes 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as stated in the report. The crash highlights the severe risk posed by driver error to vulnerable road users.
Sedan Collision on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver, a 53-year-old female, was injured with a head contusion and remained conscious. The collision impacted the left front bumper of a Ford sedan and the left rear bumper of a Honda sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor, specifically noting that one vehicle was changing lanes while the other was going straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.
Pickup Truck Hits Parked Vehicles in Queens▸A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A sedan hit a 19-year-old cyclist at 71 Ave and Kissena. The crash threw the rider, leaving him bleeding and in shock. Police blame driver distraction and bad lane use. The cyclist took the full force.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 71 Ave struck a southbound bicyclist near Kissena Blvd at 14:25. The 19-year-old cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering injuries to his entire body, minor bleeding, and shock. The sedan hit with its center front end; the bike was struck on its left side. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The report also notes 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, as stated in the report. The crash highlights the severe risk posed by driver error to vulnerable road users.
Sedan Collision on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver, a 53-year-old female, was injured with a head contusion and remained conscious. The collision impacted the left front bumper of a Ford sedan and the left rear bumper of a Honda sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor, specifically noting that one vehicle was changing lanes while the other was going straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.
Pickup Truck Hits Parked Vehicles in Queens▸A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. The impact struck the left front bumper of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered a head contusion. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:49 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling east. One driver, a 53-year-old female, was injured with a head contusion and remained conscious. The collision impacted the left front bumper of a Ford sedan and the left rear bumper of a Honda sedan. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor, specifically noting that one vehicle was changing lanes while the other was going straight ahead. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.
Pickup Truck Hits Parked Vehicles in Queens▸A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A pickup truck traveling north struck two parked vehicles on 188th Street in Queens. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm abrasions but was not ejected. Police cited alcohol involvement as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 3:48 AM on 188th Street in Queens, a pickup truck traveling north collided with two parked vehicles, a Jeep SUV and a sedan. The impact occurred on the left front quarter panels of the parked vehicles and the center front end of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 41-year-old male occupant, sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The police report explicitly lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Woman Crushed to Death in Sedan on Expressway▸A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A woman, 32, died crushed in the back seat of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway. The car bore no damage. The road was silent. Her body remained where the night left it, unmoved, unmarked, a life ended in stillness.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old woman was killed while riding as a rear passenger in a sedan traveling eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. The report states she died of crush injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The narrative notes, 'No ejection. No skid marks. The car showed no damage. The road was silent. The body stayed where the night left it.' Police list the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as speeding, distraction, or failure to yield are cited in the available data. The vehicle, a 2019 Volkswagen sedan, had no visible damage and was reported to be going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The cause of the fatal crush injuries remains unexplained in the official account, leaving only the stark facts of loss and unanswered danger.
Sedan Slams Parked Car on Utopia Parkway▸A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A northbound sedan struck a parked car’s rear in Queens. The young driver was hurt, suffering arm abrasions. Metal crumpled. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Utopia Parkway in Queens collided with the left rear bumper of a parked sedan. The crash injured the 19-year-old driver of the moving car, who suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified causes. The parked car’s rear and the moving sedan’s front were both damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the collision.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A southbound sedan struck a parked vehicle’s right rear quarter panel on Parsons Boulevard. The impact injured a 25-year-old passenger with back trauma and whiplash. Unsafe speed by the moving driver was cited as the cause of the collision.
According to the police report, at 9 p.m. on Parsons Boulevard in Queens, a southbound Hyundai sedan collided with the right rear quarter panel of a parked Dodge sedan. The moving vehicle sustained front-end damage, while the parked car was damaged at the rear bumper. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in controlling the vehicle’s velocity. A 25-year-old occupant in the moving sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in urban settings where parked vehicles line the street.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian on 85 Drive▸A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A sedan struck a 17-year-old crossing 85 Drive in Queens. The teen suffered bruises and leg injuries. The car hit him head-on. Shock followed. No driver errors listed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 85 Drive at an intersection in Queens when a northbound 2019 Honda sedan struck him at the center front end. The impact left the teen with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and he was in shock. The report lists no driver errors or violations. The pedestrian’s action is described as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.' Both contributing factors are marked 'Unspecified.' No safety equipment was reported. Vehicle damage was limited to the center front end.
SUV Driver Suffers Whole-Body Injury in Queens Crash▸A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A 31-year-old female SUV driver suffered serious whole-body injuries and shock in a crash on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The vehicle struck an object or another vehicle head-on, damaging the front center. Driver errors remain unspecified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens at 10:19 AM. The involved vehicle was a 2022 Audi SUV traveling north, with two occupants. The 31-year-old female driver was injured with whole-body trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, indicating a frontal collision. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' leaving the exact cause unclear. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no additional contributing factors were noted. The report highlights the driver's injury severity and vehicle damage but does not specify any failure to yield or other driver errors.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash Hurts Child Passenger▸Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
Four sedans collided in Queens. A child in the back seat suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed. Impact struck center rear and front ends. The child was conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling southbound on 82-25 135th Street in Queens crashed in a chain-reaction collision. A child passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. The child was restrained and not ejected. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The impact hit the center front and rear ends of the vehicles, showing a rear-end chain collision. No actions by the injured passenger contributed to the crash. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the collision and injuries.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
Two sedans and an SUV collided on Grand Central Parkway. The 60-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the primary cause. The impact left vehicles damaged and one occupant in shock.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans and one SUV, all traveling westbound. The 60-year-old female driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, specifically noting this driver error twice. The vehicles collided with center front and center back impacts, indicating rear-end collisions consistent with tailgating. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances on high-speed roadways.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
- Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-18
Inexperienced Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Grand Central Pkwy▸A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
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NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A 17-year-old driver with a permit rear-ended another SUV on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. The collision caused neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:25 on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A 17-year-old male driver, operating a 2015 Nissan SUV with a learner's permit, was slowing or stopping when he struck the rear center of a 2014 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The impact damaged the left rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Jeep. The young driver suffered neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by inexperienced drivers following too closely on busy roadways.
Nily Rozic Opposes Congestion Toll Citing Affordability Concerns▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
- NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems, nypost.com, Published 2024-11-17
Weprin Opposes Unaffordable $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll▸Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
-
NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
Councilmember Nily Rozic joined Republicans and business owners to denounce the $9 Manhattan congestion toll. Critics say the fee will batter neighborhoods already scarred by empty storefronts. The MTA board votes soon. The city’s most vulnerable remain at risk in traffic.
On November 17, 2024, Councilmember Nily Rozic (District 25) spoke out during a heated debate over New York’s new congestion pricing policy. The MTA board is set to vote on the $9 toll to enter Manhattan’s business district, effective January 5. The matter, described as 'NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city,' has drawn fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Rozic said, 'Affordability is really the most important thing that voters, that constituents, that people on the street, talk to us about... keep the pause.' Opponents argue the toll will worsen economic pain in areas with high storefront vacancy. Despite the uproar, the policy’s impact on pedestrian and cyclist safety remains unaddressed in this debate. Vulnerable road users are left out of the political crossfire.
- NYC congestion toll would hit neighborhoods with some of worst vacancy rates in city — as GOP issues warning to Dems, nypost.com, Published 2024-11-17
Impaired Box Truck Plows Into Parked SUVs▸A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A box truck slammed into parked SUVs on 72 Avenue. The driver, drunk and distracted, crashed hard. He was injured and incoherent. Metal twisted. Parked cars took the blow. Streets bear the scars.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 72 Avenue in Queens struck several parked SUVs at 1:02 AM. The driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered shoulder and arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention as contributing factors. The truck hit the center front end, damaging multiple vehicles, including their back ends and side doors. No other people were hurt. The police report highlights the danger of impaired and distracted driving, especially when large vehicles move through residential streets lined with parked cars.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Francis Lewis Blvd▸A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.
A sedan hit a 47-year-old woman outside an intersection on Francis Lewis Blvd. She suffered knee and leg injuries. The car showed no damage. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a 2015 BMW sedan while in the roadway on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The crash happened at 8:44 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was performing unspecified actions when the sedan, traveling east, hit her at the center front end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was classified as level 3. The report lists no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Contributing factors for the pedestrian are unspecified. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as a factor.