Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB9?
Queens Streets Bleed—Policy Is the Weapon
Queens CB9: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 13, 2025
The Toll in Flesh and Blood
Three years. Eleven dead. Nineteen left with wounds that will never heal. In Queens CB9, the numbers do not lie. Since 2022, cars and trucks have hit and killed 11 people. Nineteen more were left with serious injuries. The pain is not spread evenly. Pedestrians and cyclists take the brunt. The old, the young, the ones just trying to cross the street.
Just this June, a 66-year-old man was killed at the corner of 116th Street and 101st Avenue. In March, two men—one 67, one 31—were struck and killed on Atlantic Avenue. The street does not care about age. It does not care about time of day. It only takes.
The Human Cost
A brother stands at the curb, staring at the spot where his sibling died. “He was always happy. He would make you happy. He would make happy any person in the world,” said Avelardo Venancio. The grief is raw. The loss is permanent.
A witness, still shaken, remembers the moment. “Must have been going at least 60+ miles an hour just right through the stop sign and within seconds I heard the crash and screams and just dropped everything and ran over there, it was instant,” said George Giakoumis.
Speed is the weapon. The street is the scene. The victims are always the same.
Leadership: Progress and Delay
Some leaders have moved. State Senator Joe Addabbo voted yes to extend school speed zones and to curb repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting devices. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called out the crisis as “traffic violence” and demanded stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. But others drag their feet or vote no. Each delay is another risk, another life in the balance.
What Next? No More Waiting
This is not fate. This is policy. Every day without action is a day someone else may die. Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement against repeat speeders. Join Transportation Alternatives or Families for Safe Streets. Do not wait for another name on the list.
Act now. The street will not wait.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB9 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB9?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB9?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ How many people have been killed or seriously injured in Queens CB9 since 2022?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Speeding Car Slams Coffee Truck, Kills Two, ABC7, Published 2025-08-12
- Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Three Dead, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-12
- Speeding Car Slams Coffee Truck, Kills Two, ABC7, Published 2025-08-12
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692381 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-13
- Speeding Car Kills Pedestrians At Food Truck, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-13
- Car Slams Food Truck, Three Dead, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-12
- Car Plows Into Queens Food Truck, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-12
- NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
- Queens Pol Voted Against Speed Cameras — And Has 27 Speeding Tickets!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-09
- NYC Council signs off on 24/7 speed enforcement cameras, nypost.com, Published 2022-05-26
- DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-02-23
- Congestion pricing continues to stall, three years after being announced, gothamist.com, Published 2022-06-09
Other Representatives
District 38
83-91 Woodhaven Blvd., Woodhaven, NY 11421
Room 637, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 29
71-19 80th Street, Suite 8-303, Glendale, NY 11385
718-544-8800
250 Broadway, Suite 1840, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6981
District 15
66-85 73rd Place, Middle Village, NY 11379
Room 811, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB9 Queens Community Board 9 sits in Queens, Precinct 102, District 29, AD 38, SD 15.
It contains Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, South Richmond Hill, Ozone Park (North), Woodhaven.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 9
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Passing Crash▸An e-bike rider was injured on Atlantic Avenue in Queens. A vehicle attempted to pass improperly, striking the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and full-body injury but was conscious and not ejected. The crash exposed dangerous lane usage errors.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash on Atlantic Avenue near 111 Street in Queens. The report states the crash involved an improper passing maneuver by another vehicle traveling eastbound. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead when struck at the center front end. The rider sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The contributing factor listed is "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating the driver’s error caused the collision. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
E-Bike Rider Hits Parked Sedan on 82 Avenue▸E-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 82 Avenue near Kew Garden Road. Rider suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inexperience. Sedan was empty. Metal bent. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old man riding an e-bike struck the left side doors of a parked sedan on 82 Avenue near Kew Garden Road in Queens. The rider was injured, suffering a head abrasion, but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan was unoccupied and parked at the time of impact. The e-bike's right front bumper and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were noted.
Unlicensed Bicyclist Injured in SUV Collision▸A 17-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with an SUV on 97 Street. The bike struck the SUV’s front end. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The driver was unlicensed. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female bicyclist traveling northeast on 97 Street collided with a westbound SUV. The bike impacted the SUV’s center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the cyclist’s knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the bicyclist’s contributing factors as unspecified pedestrian/bicyclist error or confusion. The driver of the bike was unlicensed. The SUV had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed cycling and confusion in traffic interactions.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Woodhaven Boulevard Crash▸A motorcycle slammed into an SUV on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue. The rider, 29, flew from his bike. His helmet split. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The SUV driver failed to yield. The street bore the mark.
A violent collision unfolded on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the front of an SUV. The 29-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations, though he was conscious and helmeted. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The police narrative describes the rider's helmet splitting and blood pooling on the street as emergency crews arrived. The data does not cite any errors by the motorcyclist. The only listed rider factor is helmet use, noted after the SUV driver's failure to yield.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Parked SUVs Queens▸A 46-year-old man driving an unlicensed sedan struck multiple parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the cause. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver operating a 1976 Ford sedan collided with several parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. Damage was concentrated on the sedan’s center front end and right front bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were reported injured. The parked SUVs sustained damage to their rear and side areas. The report does not list any victim errors or safety equipment use.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
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DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
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Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
An e-bike rider was injured on Atlantic Avenue in Queens. A vehicle attempted to pass improperly, striking the bike head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and full-body injury but was conscious and not ejected. The crash exposed dangerous lane usage errors.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash on Atlantic Avenue near 111 Street in Queens. The report states the crash involved an improper passing maneuver by another vehicle traveling eastbound. The e-bike rider was going straight ahead when struck at the center front end. The rider sustained abrasions and injuries to the entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The contributing factor listed is "Passing or Lane Usage Improper," indicating the driver’s error caused the collision. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
E-Bike Rider Hits Parked Sedan on 82 Avenue▸E-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 82 Avenue near Kew Garden Road. Rider suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inexperience. Sedan was empty. Metal bent. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old man riding an e-bike struck the left side doors of a parked sedan on 82 Avenue near Kew Garden Road in Queens. The rider was injured, suffering a head abrasion, but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan was unoccupied and parked at the time of impact. The e-bike's right front bumper and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were noted.
Unlicensed Bicyclist Injured in SUV Collision▸A 17-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with an SUV on 97 Street. The bike struck the SUV’s front end. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The driver was unlicensed. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female bicyclist traveling northeast on 97 Street collided with a westbound SUV. The bike impacted the SUV’s center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the cyclist’s knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the bicyclist’s contributing factors as unspecified pedestrian/bicyclist error or confusion. The driver of the bike was unlicensed. The SUV had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed cycling and confusion in traffic interactions.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Woodhaven Boulevard Crash▸A motorcycle slammed into an SUV on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue. The rider, 29, flew from his bike. His helmet split. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The SUV driver failed to yield. The street bore the mark.
A violent collision unfolded on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the front of an SUV. The 29-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations, though he was conscious and helmeted. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The police narrative describes the rider's helmet splitting and blood pooling on the street as emergency crews arrived. The data does not cite any errors by the motorcyclist. The only listed rider factor is helmet use, noted after the SUV driver's failure to yield.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Parked SUVs Queens▸A 46-year-old man driving an unlicensed sedan struck multiple parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the cause. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver operating a 1976 Ford sedan collided with several parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. Damage was concentrated on the sedan’s center front end and right front bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were reported injured. The parked SUVs sustained damage to their rear and side areas. The report does not list any victim errors or safety equipment use.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
-
DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
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Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 82 Avenue near Kew Garden Road. Rider suffered a head abrasion. Police cite driver inexperience. Sedan was empty. Metal bent. Blood on the street.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old man riding an e-bike struck the left side doors of a parked sedan on 82 Avenue near Kew Garden Road in Queens. The rider was injured, suffering a head abrasion, but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan was unoccupied and parked at the time of impact. The e-bike's right front bumper and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The rider was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were noted.
Unlicensed Bicyclist Injured in SUV Collision▸A 17-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with an SUV on 97 Street. The bike struck the SUV’s front end. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The driver was unlicensed. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female bicyclist traveling northeast on 97 Street collided with a westbound SUV. The bike impacted the SUV’s center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the cyclist’s knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the bicyclist’s contributing factors as unspecified pedestrian/bicyclist error or confusion. The driver of the bike was unlicensed. The SUV had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed cycling and confusion in traffic interactions.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Woodhaven Boulevard Crash▸A motorcycle slammed into an SUV on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue. The rider, 29, flew from his bike. His helmet split. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The SUV driver failed to yield. The street bore the mark.
A violent collision unfolded on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the front of an SUV. The 29-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations, though he was conscious and helmeted. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The police narrative describes the rider's helmet splitting and blood pooling on the street as emergency crews arrived. The data does not cite any errors by the motorcyclist. The only listed rider factor is helmet use, noted after the SUV driver's failure to yield.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Parked SUVs Queens▸A 46-year-old man driving an unlicensed sedan struck multiple parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the cause. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver operating a 1976 Ford sedan collided with several parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. Damage was concentrated on the sedan’s center front end and right front bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were reported injured. The parked SUVs sustained damage to their rear and side areas. The report does not list any victim errors or safety equipment use.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
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DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
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Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 17-year-old female bicyclist was injured in a crash with an SUV on 97 Street. The bike struck the SUV’s front end. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The driver was unlicensed. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female bicyclist traveling northeast on 97 Street collided with a westbound SUV. The bike impacted the SUV’s center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the cyclist’s knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the bicyclist’s contributing factors as unspecified pedestrian/bicyclist error or confusion. The driver of the bike was unlicensed. The SUV had no occupants and was traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed cycling and confusion in traffic interactions.
Motorcyclist Ejected in Woodhaven Boulevard Crash▸A motorcycle slammed into an SUV on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue. The rider, 29, flew from his bike. His helmet split. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The SUV driver failed to yield. The street bore the mark.
A violent collision unfolded on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the front of an SUV. The 29-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations, though he was conscious and helmeted. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The police narrative describes the rider's helmet splitting and blood pooling on the street as emergency crews arrived. The data does not cite any errors by the motorcyclist. The only listed rider factor is helmet use, noted after the SUV driver's failure to yield.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Parked SUVs Queens▸A 46-year-old man driving an unlicensed sedan struck multiple parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the cause. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver operating a 1976 Ford sedan collided with several parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. Damage was concentrated on the sedan’s center front end and right front bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were reported injured. The parked SUVs sustained damage to their rear and side areas. The report does not list any victim errors or safety equipment use.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
-
DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
-
Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A motorcycle slammed into an SUV on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue. The rider, 29, flew from his bike. His helmet split. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens wailed. The SUV driver failed to yield. The street bore the mark.
A violent collision unfolded on Woodhaven Boulevard near 97th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle struck the front of an SUV. The 29-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations, though he was conscious and helmeted. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, was not reported injured. The crash report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The police narrative describes the rider's helmet splitting and blood pooling on the street as emergency crews arrived. The data does not cite any errors by the motorcyclist. The only listed rider factor is helmet use, noted after the SUV driver's failure to yield.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Parked SUVs Queens▸A 46-year-old man driving an unlicensed sedan struck multiple parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the cause. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver operating a 1976 Ford sedan collided with several parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. Damage was concentrated on the sedan’s center front end and right front bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were reported injured. The parked SUVs sustained damage to their rear and side areas. The report does not list any victim errors or safety equipment use.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
-
DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
-
Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 46-year-old man driving an unlicensed sedan struck multiple parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Police cited passing too closely as the cause. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver operating a 1976 Ford sedan collided with several parked SUVs on 97 Avenue in Queens. The driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. Damage was concentrated on the sedan’s center front end and right front bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were reported injured. The parked SUVs sustained damage to their rear and side areas. The report does not list any victim errors or safety equipment use.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
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DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
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Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
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DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
-
Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
Taxi Hits Teen Pedestrian on 102 Avenue▸A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
-
DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
-
Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 17-year-old girl suffered back injuries and whiplash after a taxi passed too closely and struck her on 102 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was getting on or off a vehicle when the impact occurred. The taxi showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus on 102 Avenue in Queens. The taxi, traveling north and going straight ahead, struck her on the right side doors. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The taxi driver did not show any vehicle damage. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
Rajkumar Condemns Traffic Violence Supports Safety Boosting Reforms▸A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
-
DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
-
Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A pedestrian was crushed three times at a deadly Queens crossing. DOT chief Rodriguez vowed swift action: raised crosswalks, new signals, lane changes. Council Member Holden demanded more time to cross, enforcement, and real protection. Residents called it traffic violence.
On February 23, 2022, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez pledged immediate safety improvements at a notorious Queens intersection, after a pedestrian was run over three times by two drivers. The agency cited 'raised crosswalks, pedestrian-only signal timing, new lane markings and other lane redesigns' as part of its response. Council Member Bob Holden, speaking at the scene, pressed for longer crossing times, raised crosswalks, and enforcement against illegal parking and reckless driving. Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar called the situation 'traffic violence,' demanding stronger city control over speed limits and cameras. The redesign is part of Mayor Adams's plan to fix 1,000 dangerous intersections. Residents and advocates highlighted the ongoing threat from large vehicles and a culture of reckless driving. DOT has already installed a pedestrian-only signal phase at the site.
- DOT Commish Promises Safety Improvements at Queens Intersection Where Pedestrian Was Run Over Three Times, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-02-23
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Street▸A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
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Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A Toyota SUV struck a BMW sedan from behind on 116 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south on 116 Street collided with the rear right bumper of a 2019 BMW sedan traveling east. The sedan's 28-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The impact caused damage to the front center of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan.
Melinda R Katz Supports Hit-and-Run Enforcement Opposes NYPD Ineffectiveness▸Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
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Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Police finally charged Christian Soriano for killing Darwin Durazno, a teen cyclist, in College Point. Soriano, unlicensed, fled after swerving into oncoming traffic and striking Durazno. The arrest came months later. Most hit-and-run drivers in New York escape justice.
On February 9, 2022, NYPD arrested Christian Soriano, 27, for the June 4, 2021 hit-and-run crash that killed 16-year-old cyclist Darwin Durazno in College Point, Queens. Soriano faces manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene charges. The crash happened when Soriano, driving a Toyota Camry, swerved into oncoming traffic and struck Durazno, who later died from severe head trauma. The car, a rental, was found nearby. Witnesses described Soriano as he fled on foot. Despite these leads, it took eight months to make an arrest. The matter highlights systemic failure: in 2020, NYPD made arrests in only 0.8 percent of hit-and-run cases involving injuries or property damage. Even in serious injury cases, arrests are rare. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while most drivers evade consequences.
- Cops Charge Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Queens Cyclist Last Year, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-02-15
SUV Slams Sedan’s Rear on 94 Street▸An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
An SUV struck a sedan’s rear in Queens. The sedan driver, 63, took a blow to the head and whiplash. Both cars moved straight. No pedestrians. No clear cause. Metal and bodies hit hard.
According to the police report, an SUV hit the right rear quarter panel of a sedan on 94 Street in Queens. The sedan’s 63-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors identified. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. No pedestrians were involved. The SUV’s front and the sedan’s rear took the brunt of the impact.
SUV Backing Strikes 71-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 71-year-old woman was injured when an SUV backing north on Hillside Avenue hit her outside the roadway. The impact bruised her abdomen and pelvis. The driver failed to back safely, causing the collision. She remained conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 71-year-old female pedestrian was injured by a 2021 Hyundai SUV backing unsafely on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The vehicle struck her at the center back end while she was not in the roadway. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling north before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the SUV.
Melinda R Katz Opposes DA Decision Shielding Deadly Drivers▸A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
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Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A speeding Mercedes driver killed a delivery man in Queens. The DA declined charges. In deposition, the driver showed little remorse. She blamed her car, denied fault, and dodged questions. The victim’s family pursues civil justice. Systemic failures shield deadly drivers.
On April 29, 2021, Maro Andrianou, driving a Mercedes-Benz, struck and killed delivery worker Xing Long Lin on 35th Street near Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The case never reached criminal court. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz declined to prosecute, citing Andrianou’s claim that her car accelerated uncontrollably after a minor rear tap. Video evidence contradicted this, showing only a light bump. In a December 8, 2021, deposition for a civil suit, Andrianou showed little remorse, blaming her car and denying responsibility. Attorneys for Lin’s family called her defense 'fabricated.' Katz’s decision left the victim’s family with only civil recourse. The case underscores how drivers who kill often escape criminal accountability, leaving vulnerable road users at risk.
- Driver Who Killed Delivery Man Offered Little Remorse, Few Answers During Deposition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-13
Rear-End Collision Injures Driver on Van Wyck▸Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway. A 26-year-old woman suffered back bruises. Police cited following too closely and failure to yield. Both cars moved south. The injured driver wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Van Wyck Expressway collided. The 26-year-old female driver of the rear vehicle was injured, suffering back contusions and bruises. She remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and failure to yield right-of-way. The front vehicle, a 2015 Jeep sedan, showed no damage. The rear 2019 Honda sedan had damage to its center back end. Both vehicles were going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.