Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB10?
Thirteen Dead. Thousands Hurt. Queens Streets Still Bleed.
Queens CB10: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 10, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
The road does not forgive. In Queens CB10, the numbers are blunt. Thirteen people dead. Forty-one left with serious injuries. More than 2,700 hurt since 2022. Each number is a life changed or ended. Each crash is a story that does not end well.
Just days ago, a BMW tore across the Belt Parkway. The car hit the divider, flew into oncoming traffic, and caught fire. No one inside wore a seat belt. Two young lives ended. Others crawled from the wreckage, dazed and bleeding. A survivor described the crash: “They went airborne and into the barrier.” The horror did not stop at the crash. Families are left with the memory of bodies thrown from the car, and a fire that would not go out.
A few days before, a 76-year-old woman died in a Queens pizzeria. An e-bike battery exploded outside the bathroom. The fire moved fast. The FDNY called it a “blowtorch effect.” She could not escape. Her son found her burned, almost beyond recognition. “For me to find my mom burnt like a roast pig… is a memory I cannot forget.”
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Crashes are not random. In the last year, six people died here. Seventeen suffered serious injuries. The wounded are young and old—children, parents, elders. Cars and SUVs did most of the harm. Trucks, motorcycles, buses, and even bikes left their mark. The Belt Parkway, Lefferts Boulevard, and 149th Avenue are not safe for anyone outside a car.
What Leaders Have Done—and Failed to Do
Some bills have passed. Council Member Joann Ariola voted for step street lighting and truck route redesigns. She co-sponsored bills for raised speed reducers and pedestrian lighting. But she also voted against daylighting intersections and against legalizing jaywalking—measures proven to protect people on foot. She opposed congestion pricing, which would have meant fewer cars and safer streets. She even voted against expanding speed cameras, despite her own car racking up 27 school-zone speeding tickets.
The silence is deadly. Every delay, every vote against proven safety, means another family gets the call no one wants.
What You Can Do Now
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit on every street. Demand real enforcement against repeat speeders. Join groups like Families for Safe Streets and Transportation Alternatives. Do not wait for the next siren. The next body. The next headline.
The road will not change itself. You must.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Crane Slams Into Bus In Queens, ABC7, Published 2025-07-08
- BMW Crash Hurls Passengers, Sparks Fire, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-09
- E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-10
- Queens Pol Voted Against Speed Cameras — And Has 27 Speeding Tickets!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-09
- Crane Slams Into Bus In Queens, ABC7, Published 2025-07-08
- Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train, amny, Published 2025-07-08
- BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-07
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
- File Int 0161-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28
- 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
S 4804Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
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Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
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Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
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Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
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Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
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Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
SUV Driver Partially Ejected in Belt Parkway Crash▸SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
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Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
SUV and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. One driver suffered head injuries and crush wounds, partially ejected. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass scattered. No pedestrians involved.
A collision on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 57-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained head injuries and crush wounds. Another driver, a 53-year-old man, was not ejected and reported no injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal and glass across the roadway. The police report notes the use of lap belts but lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
- Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
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Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Ariola votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
- Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-27
Ariola Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Safety Risks Underground▸Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
-
Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
Council Member Joann Ariola blasted congestion pricing after a fatal subway stabbing. Assaults on trains are up. Riders feel trapped between danger and high tolls. Police patrols have grown, but fear lingers. The city’s most vulnerable face the risk underground.
On April 26, 2025, City Council Minority Leader Joann Ariola (District 32) publicly criticized New York’s congestion pricing policy, linking it to rising subway assaults. The event, covered by nypost.com, followed a fatal stabbing and NYPD data showing felony assaults up 9% this year. Ariola warned, 'Forcing more New Yorkers underground with this ridiculous congestion pricing scheme is going to put more people into contact with the dangerously unwell.' She called the subway the city's 'de facto mental institution and homeless shelter.' The policy, supported by Governor Hochul, has increased subway and bus ridership by 6% and 9%. Ariola’s stance: congestion pricing endangers vulnerable riders, forcing them into unsafe conditions. The city has responded with more police and outreach, but many riders remain fearful.
- Riders seeing ‘crazy s–t’ in NYC subways as ridership — and assaults — surge, nypost.com, Published 2025-04-26
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
-
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
- Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-04-23
SUV Speeding on Belt Parkway Kills Driver▸An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.
An SUV tore west on Belt Parkway. It veered, changed lanes too fast. The right front smashed hard. The 57-year-old driver died. Two others survived. Speed and reckless lane change ruled the night.
A 57-year-old man died when his SUV, heading west on Belt Parkway, veered and changed lanes at unsafe speed. According to the police report, 'an SUV veered, too fast, changing lanes. The right front struck hard.' The driver was belted and the airbag deployed, but he suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. Two other occupants, including an infant, survived. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.