About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 22
▸ Crush Injuries 22
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 14
▸ Concussion 26
▸ Whiplash 82
▸ Contusion/Bruise 94
▸ Abrasion 75
▸ Pain/Nausea 33
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Deadly Streets, Silent Leaders: Demand Action Now
Queens CB10: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Toll on Our Streets
In Queens CB10, the numbers do not lie. Fourteen people killed. Forty-two left with serious injuries. Nearly 3,000 hurt since 2022. The dead do not speak. The wounded carry scars the rest of us cannot see.
Just days ago, the Belt Parkway saw another crash. A BMW lost control, hit the median, went airborne, and caught fire. Two people died. Three more were hurt. The NYPD said, “She later succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead” (amny). The investigation is ongoing. The road stays open. The traffic moves on.
On 149th Avenue, a 25-year-old on a motorcycle was killed. The record says only this: “Ejected. Apparent death.” (NYC Open Data).
Buses, Curbs, and the Edge of Disaster
Last week, an MTA bus in Flushing jumped the curb. Eight people were hurt. The driver told investigators he “misjudged the curb at the bus stop” (ABC7). After reviewing video, officials now believe he “had fallen asleep at the wheel.” The MTA pulled him from service. The sidewalk is not safe. The bus stop is not safe. The city keeps moving.
Who Acts, Who Waits
Local leaders have the power to slow the carnage. State Senator James Sanders voted yes to require speed-limiting devices for repeat dangerous drivers—an effort to “create safer streets for all New Yorkers” (Open States). But not all stand with the vulnerable. Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato voted no on extending school speed zones, opposing a measure that would have protected children (Streetsblog NYC).
Most deaths here come from cars and SUVs. Sedans, SUVs, and trucks have killed and maimed the most. Buses and motorcycles add to the toll. The sidewalk is no refuge. The crosswalk is no shield.
Call to Action: Demand More
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Call your assembly member. Tell them: Slow the cars. Protect the people. Every day they wait, another life is at risk.
Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819497 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- 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
- Congestion pricing continues to stall, three years after being announced, gothamist.com, Published 2022-06-09
Other Representatives
District 23
159-53 102nd St., Howard Beach, NY 11414
Room 839, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 28
165-90 Baisley Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11434
718-206-2068
250 Broadway, Suite 1810, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7257
District 10
142-01 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Room 711, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB10 Queens Community Board 10 sits in Queens, Precinct 106, District 28, AD 23, SD 10.
It contains South Ozone Park, Ozone Park, Howard Beach-Lindenwood, Spring Creek Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 10
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Driver hits teen cyclist on 130 Street▸Aug 15 - An 18-year-old driver in a sedan hit a 13-year-old on a bike on 130 Street in Queens. The teen suffered leg abrasions. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by the driver.
On 130 Street near 105-21 in Queens, the driver of a 2014 Nissan sedan traveled north and went straight. He hit a 13-year-old boy on a bike who was also heading north. The boy suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” for the driver. The sedan showed damage to the center front. The bike showed damage to the center back. The report lists the bicyclist as injured.
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Left-turning SUV strikes bicyclist▸Aug 14 - On Liberty Ave at 88 St, an SUV cut left and hit a westbound cyclist. The rider went down. Bruised arm. Driver distraction cited. Improper turn listed. Another night, another bike versus steel on Queens asphalt.
A 2012 SUV turning left from Liberty Ave at 88 St hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, sustained a contusion to the arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Other Vehicular.” The driver’s actions also included “Turning Improperly,” and the SUV’s center front end struck the bike. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead. Driver errors—distraction and an improper turn—are documented. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as “Other,” noted after the driver factors. This crash underscores the danger of a left-turning SUV crossing a cyclist’s path on Liberty Avenue in Queens.
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Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
14
Distracted Motorcycle Crash Injures Two Women▸Aug 14 - The driver of a motorcycle went straight on 121 St at 103 Ave and crashed. Two women aboard were injured: the 23‑year‑old driver and a 49‑year‑old rear passenger with whole‑body bruising. Police cited distraction and unsafe speed.
A driver of a 2024 Jiaju motorcycle was traveling east on 121 St at 103 Ave in Queens. The driver went straight and the motorcycle crashed. Two occupants were injured: the 23-year-old driver (head contusion) and a 49-year-old rear passenger (contusion to the entire body). According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed". Police recorded the point of impact as the center back end. The driver held only a permit. No safety equipment was recorded for either occupant. The crash left the motorcycle damaged at the center back end and both women conscious at the scene.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Adams Backs Safety‑Boosting Minimum Pay Bill for Delivery Workers▸Aug 12 - Mayor Adams moves to veto Intro 1135. Instacart boasts profits from squeezing workers. Delivery riders face low pay and harsh streets. Council backs workers, but veto blocks fair wages.
Intro 1135, a bill to mandate minimum wage for grocery delivery workers, faces a mayoral veto as of August 12, 2025. The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority. Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and others support it. Instacart lobbied hard against the bill, bragging to shareholders about boosting profits by cutting worker pay. The bill's matter: 'pay parity for grocery delivery workers.' Olivia Bensimon reported the story. The safety analyst notes this event concerns labor policy, not direct street safety or conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
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As Mayor Adams Preps Veto of Minimum Wage Bill, Instacart Boasts ‘Squeezing’ Its Workers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
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Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
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NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
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Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
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Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
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Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
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Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
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Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
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NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
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130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 15 - An 18-year-old driver in a sedan hit a 13-year-old on a bike on 130 Street in Queens. The teen suffered leg abrasions. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by the driver.
On 130 Street near 105-21 in Queens, the driver of a 2014 Nissan sedan traveled north and went straight. He hit a 13-year-old boy on a bike who was also heading north. The boy suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” for the driver. The sedan showed damage to the center front. The bike showed damage to the center back. The report lists the bicyclist as injured.
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Left-turning SUV strikes bicyclist▸Aug 14 - On Liberty Ave at 88 St, an SUV cut left and hit a westbound cyclist. The rider went down. Bruised arm. Driver distraction cited. Improper turn listed. Another night, another bike versus steel on Queens asphalt.
A 2012 SUV turning left from Liberty Ave at 88 St hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, sustained a contusion to the arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Other Vehicular.” The driver’s actions also included “Turning Improperly,” and the SUV’s center front end struck the bike. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead. Driver errors—distraction and an improper turn—are documented. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as “Other,” noted after the driver factors. This crash underscores the danger of a left-turning SUV crossing a cyclist’s path on Liberty Avenue in Queens.
14
Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
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Distracted Motorcycle Crash Injures Two Women▸Aug 14 - The driver of a motorcycle went straight on 121 St at 103 Ave and crashed. Two women aboard were injured: the 23‑year‑old driver and a 49‑year‑old rear passenger with whole‑body bruising. Police cited distraction and unsafe speed.
A driver of a 2024 Jiaju motorcycle was traveling east on 121 St at 103 Ave in Queens. The driver went straight and the motorcycle crashed. Two occupants were injured: the 23-year-old driver (head contusion) and a 49-year-old rear passenger (contusion to the entire body). According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed". Police recorded the point of impact as the center back end. The driver held only a permit. No safety equipment was recorded for either occupant. The crash left the motorcycle damaged at the center back end and both women conscious at the scene.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Adams Backs Safety‑Boosting Minimum Pay Bill for Delivery Workers▸Aug 12 - Mayor Adams moves to veto Intro 1135. Instacart boasts profits from squeezing workers. Delivery riders face low pay and harsh streets. Council backs workers, but veto blocks fair wages.
Intro 1135, a bill to mandate minimum wage for grocery delivery workers, faces a mayoral veto as of August 12, 2025. The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority. Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and others support it. Instacart lobbied hard against the bill, bragging to shareholders about boosting profits by cutting worker pay. The bill's matter: 'pay parity for grocery delivery workers.' Olivia Bensimon reported the story. The safety analyst notes this event concerns labor policy, not direct street safety or conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
As Mayor Adams Preps Veto of Minimum Wage Bill, Instacart Boasts ‘Squeezing’ Its Workers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 14 - On Liberty Ave at 88 St, an SUV cut left and hit a westbound cyclist. The rider went down. Bruised arm. Driver distraction cited. Improper turn listed. Another night, another bike versus steel on Queens asphalt.
A 2012 SUV turning left from Liberty Ave at 88 St hit a westbound bicyclist. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, sustained a contusion to the arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were “Driver Inattention/Distraction” and “Other Vehicular.” The driver’s actions also included “Turning Improperly,” and the SUV’s center front end struck the bike. The bicyclist was traveling straight ahead. Driver errors—distraction and an improper turn—are documented. The report lists the bicyclist’s safety equipment as “Other,” noted after the driver factors. This crash underscores the danger of a left-turning SUV crossing a cyclist’s path on Liberty Avenue in Queens.
14
Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
14
Distracted Motorcycle Crash Injures Two Women▸Aug 14 - The driver of a motorcycle went straight on 121 St at 103 Ave and crashed. Two women aboard were injured: the 23‑year‑old driver and a 49‑year‑old rear passenger with whole‑body bruising. Police cited distraction and unsafe speed.
A driver of a 2024 Jiaju motorcycle was traveling east on 121 St at 103 Ave in Queens. The driver went straight and the motorcycle crashed. Two occupants were injured: the 23-year-old driver (head contusion) and a 49-year-old rear passenger (contusion to the entire body). According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed". Police recorded the point of impact as the center back end. The driver held only a permit. No safety equipment was recorded for either occupant. The crash left the motorcycle damaged at the center back end and both women conscious at the scene.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Adams Backs Safety‑Boosting Minimum Pay Bill for Delivery Workers▸Aug 12 - Mayor Adams moves to veto Intro 1135. Instacart boasts profits from squeezing workers. Delivery riders face low pay and harsh streets. Council backs workers, but veto blocks fair wages.
Intro 1135, a bill to mandate minimum wage for grocery delivery workers, faces a mayoral veto as of August 12, 2025. The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority. Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and others support it. Instacart lobbied hard against the bill, bragging to shareholders about boosting profits by cutting worker pay. The bill's matter: 'pay parity for grocery delivery workers.' Olivia Bensimon reported the story. The safety analyst notes this event concerns labor policy, not direct street safety or conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
As Mayor Adams Preps Veto of Minimum Wage Bill, Instacart Boasts ‘Squeezing’ Its Workers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
14
Distracted Motorcycle Crash Injures Two Women▸Aug 14 - The driver of a motorcycle went straight on 121 St at 103 Ave and crashed. Two women aboard were injured: the 23‑year‑old driver and a 49‑year‑old rear passenger with whole‑body bruising. Police cited distraction and unsafe speed.
A driver of a 2024 Jiaju motorcycle was traveling east on 121 St at 103 Ave in Queens. The driver went straight and the motorcycle crashed. Two occupants were injured: the 23-year-old driver (head contusion) and a 49-year-old rear passenger (contusion to the entire body). According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed". Police recorded the point of impact as the center back end. The driver held only a permit. No safety equipment was recorded for either occupant. The crash left the motorcycle damaged at the center back end and both women conscious at the scene.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Adams Backs Safety‑Boosting Minimum Pay Bill for Delivery Workers▸Aug 12 - Mayor Adams moves to veto Intro 1135. Instacart boasts profits from squeezing workers. Delivery riders face low pay and harsh streets. Council backs workers, but veto blocks fair wages.
Intro 1135, a bill to mandate minimum wage for grocery delivery workers, faces a mayoral veto as of August 12, 2025. The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority. Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and others support it. Instacart lobbied hard against the bill, bragging to shareholders about boosting profits by cutting worker pay. The bill's matter: 'pay parity for grocery delivery workers.' Olivia Bensimon reported the story. The safety analyst notes this event concerns labor policy, not direct street safety or conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
As Mayor Adams Preps Veto of Minimum Wage Bill, Instacart Boasts ‘Squeezing’ Its Workers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
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130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 14 - The driver of a motorcycle went straight on 121 St at 103 Ave and crashed. Two women aboard were injured: the 23‑year‑old driver and a 49‑year‑old rear passenger with whole‑body bruising. Police cited distraction and unsafe speed.
A driver of a 2024 Jiaju motorcycle was traveling east on 121 St at 103 Ave in Queens. The driver went straight and the motorcycle crashed. Two occupants were injured: the 23-year-old driver (head contusion) and a 49-year-old rear passenger (contusion to the entire body). According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed". Police recorded the point of impact as the center back end. The driver held only a permit. No safety equipment was recorded for either occupant. The crash left the motorcycle damaged at the center back end and both women conscious at the scene.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Adams Backs Safety‑Boosting Minimum Pay Bill for Delivery Workers▸Aug 12 - Mayor Adams moves to veto Intro 1135. Instacart boasts profits from squeezing workers. Delivery riders face low pay and harsh streets. Council backs workers, but veto blocks fair wages.
Intro 1135, a bill to mandate minimum wage for grocery delivery workers, faces a mayoral veto as of August 12, 2025. The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority. Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and others support it. Instacart lobbied hard against the bill, bragging to shareholders about boosting profits by cutting worker pay. The bill's matter: 'pay parity for grocery delivery workers.' Olivia Bensimon reported the story. The safety analyst notes this event concerns labor policy, not direct street safety or conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
As Mayor Adams Preps Veto of Minimum Wage Bill, Instacart Boasts ‘Squeezing’ Its Workers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
12
Adams Backs Safety‑Boosting Minimum Pay Bill for Delivery Workers▸Aug 12 - Mayor Adams moves to veto Intro 1135. Instacart boasts profits from squeezing workers. Delivery riders face low pay and harsh streets. Council backs workers, but veto blocks fair wages.
Intro 1135, a bill to mandate minimum wage for grocery delivery workers, faces a mayoral veto as of August 12, 2025. The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority. Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and others support it. Instacart lobbied hard against the bill, bragging to shareholders about boosting profits by cutting worker pay. The bill's matter: 'pay parity for grocery delivery workers.' Olivia Bensimon reported the story. The safety analyst notes this event concerns labor policy, not direct street safety or conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
As Mayor Adams Preps Veto of Minimum Wage Bill, Instacart Boasts ‘Squeezing’ Its Workers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 12 - Mayor Adams moves to veto Intro 1135. Instacart boasts profits from squeezing workers. Delivery riders face low pay and harsh streets. Council backs workers, but veto blocks fair wages.
Intro 1135, a bill to mandate minimum wage for grocery delivery workers, faces a mayoral veto as of August 12, 2025. The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority. Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and others support it. Instacart lobbied hard against the bill, bragging to shareholders about boosting profits by cutting worker pay. The bill's matter: 'pay parity for grocery delivery workers.' Olivia Bensimon reported the story. The safety analyst notes this event concerns labor policy, not direct street safety or conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
- As Mayor Adams Preps Veto of Minimum Wage Bill, Instacart Boasts ‘Squeezing’ Its Workers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-12
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
- Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two, New York Post, Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
- Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
8
Tractor Truck and Sedan Crash Injures Four▸Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 8 - The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan collided eastbound on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts. Four occupants were hurt. Bodies and limbs suffered injury. Police flagged vehicle reactions as contributing factors.
The driver of a tractor truck and the driver of a sedan were both traveling east on Nassau Expressway at Lefferts Boulevard when the truck’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s center back end. Four occupants were injured: both drivers and two passengers. Injuries listed include entire-body trauma and shoulder/upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Other Vehicular". Police recorded those factors as contributing driver errors. Both vehicles were reported going straight ahead and sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
- NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
6
Sedan Lane Change Injures 65-Year-Old Driver▸Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 6 - The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway. A 65-year-old man suffered elbow and internal injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver inattention.
The driver of a sedan changing lanes hit the driver of another sedan on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 65-year-old male driver was injured, with elbow and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Police recorded failure to yield by the driver and driver inattention; the report also lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. One sedan was traveling east going straight and sustained center front-end damage. The other sedan was changing lanes and struck the right rear quarter panel, damaging its right side doors.
6
Motorcycle Rear-Ends SUV on Pitkin Avenue▸Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 6 - The driver of a motorcycle hit the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue. The 23-year-old motorcyclist was ejected and injured. Police recorded "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors.
According to the police report, the driver of a motorcycle struck the center rear of an SUV on Pitkin Avenue in Queens. The 23-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions to his entire body. The SUV carried a single driver who was listed with unspecified injuries in the report. Police listed "Following Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular" as contributing factors. The report notes center-front damage to the motorcycle and center-back damage to the SUV. The account in the report focuses on those driver errors and the physical damage; it does not list helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.
6
Adams Remains Silent on Horse Drawn Carriage Ban▸Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 6 - A horse dies in Hell’s Kitchen. Photos spark outrage. The council stalls on banning horse-drawn carriages. Advocates warn: more crashes, more injuries, more deaths. Unions block change. Streets stay dangerous for all.
Bill 2025 to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City remains stalled as of August 6, 2025. Sponsored by Queens Councilman Robert Holden, the bill sits in the health committee, chaired by Lynn Schulman. Speaker Adrienne Adams has not stated her position. The bill, described as a push to end the city’s carriage industry, gained attention after the death of a horse named Lady. Animal rights groups rallied, warning, 'Without a ban there will be more crashes in traffic, there will be more injuries and possibly deaths.' TWU Local 100 opposes the ban. Safety analysts note that removing carriages would cut unpredictable, slow vehicles from streets, reducing crash risk and making roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Gruesome images unlikely to sway lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages, Crain's New York Business, Published 2025-08-06
5
Driver in SUV Hits In-Line Skater▸Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 5 - A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater suffered abrasions to his arm. Police list contributing factors as "Unspecified."
"According to the police report, the contributing factors are 'Unspecified.'" A driver in an SUV hit a 21-year-old male in-line skater on 124th Street in Queens. The skater was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. He suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV's center front end took the impact. The driver had been stopped in traffic before the crash. Police data list no driver errors such as failure to yield or impairment. Other vehicle occupants were uninjured. The report records collision details but does not assign a specific contributing cause.
4
Driver Inexperience Leaves Passenger Hurt on Liberty▸Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 4 - A permit driver rolled east on Liberty Ave. Impact hit the sedan's back end. A 39-year-old front passenger suffered back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inexperience by the driver.
A late-night crash on Liberty Ave at 130 St in Queens injured a 39-year-old front passenger. She reported whiplash and back pain. She was conscious and not ejected. The driver was traveling east, going straight, in a 2024 Honda sedan. Impact hit the center back end. According to the police report, the 21-year-old driver held a permit. Police recorded "Driver Inexperience" by the driver as the contributing factor. No other injuries were listed.
3
Adams Calls Intro 1138 A Safety Boosting Measure▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
31
Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
31
130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council. Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input."" -- Adrienne Adams
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
- NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety, AMNY, Published 2025-08-03
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
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Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
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130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
- Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
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Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
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130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
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Speeding Sedan Kills Pedestrian on 101st▸Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
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130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Jul 31 - A sedan struck and killed a 23-year-old man walking in the roadway on 101st Street in Queens. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and noted slippery pavement. The driver was not seriously hurt. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries.
The driver of a sedan traveling south on 101st Street in Queens struck a 23-year-old man who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was killed. According to the police report, "the pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body." Police listed "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor and also noted "Pavement Slippery." The sedan's center front end struck the victim. The driver, a 31-year-old man, was not seriously hurt. The report records center front end damage and one fatality.
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130th and 135th Failure to Yield Hurts Two▸Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.
Jul 31 - 130th Street at 135th Avenue. A garbage-truck driver and a teen driver collided while going straight. Police recorded failure to yield. The 22-year-old front passenger had a concussion. The 18-year-old sedan driver had head crush injuries.
At 130th Street and 135th Avenue in Queens, the driver of a garbage truck traveled north and the 18-year-old driver of a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveled east. Both were going straight before impact. They collided. The crash injured two: a 22-year-old front passenger, who had a concussion, and the 18-year-old sedan driver, who suffered head crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by a driver. A 46-year-old truck driver was listed with no reported injury. Two parked sedans were listed with right-side door damage.