About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 23
▸ Crush Injuries 22
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 15
▸ Concussion 28
▸ Whiplash 87
▸ Contusion/Bruise 99
▸ Abrasion 80
▸ Pain/Nausea 33
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Liberty Avenue, a body, and the bill that waits
Queens CB10: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 25, 2025
Saturday afternoon at Liberty Avenue by the Van Wyck, a 51-year-old woman walking was hit and killed in the intersection, police data show (NYC Open Data).
She is one of 23 people killed on these Queens CB10 streets since 2022, alongside 3,978 injuries in 5,842 crashes (NYC Open Data). In 2025 to date, 9 people have died here, compared to 2 by this point last year (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Sept 20: A woman walking was killed at Liberty Avenue and the Van Wyck service road, in a chain of left-turning sedans at the intersection (NYC Open Data).
- Aug 27: A 10-year-old girl crossing with the signal at Rockaway Blvd and 97 St was hit and seriously hurt; police cited driver inexperience and following too closely (NYC Open Data).
Corners that do not forgive
Belt Parkway is the top hot spot here, with 5 deaths and 511 injuries. North Conduit Avenue follows, with 2 deaths and 255 injuries. Liberty Avenue is on that list too (NYC Open Data). Nights cut deepest: multiple deaths stack at 8 PM, 10 PM, and 11 PM in this district’s crash log (NYC Open Data).
Police list named driver behaviors again and again: following too closely, driver inexperience, aggressive driving, backing unsafely, alcohol involvement (NYC Open Data). On Lefferts Boulevard, a 73-year-old woman crossing in a marked crosswalk died when a bus driver turned left and failed to yield, the report says (NYC Open Data).
A hit-and-run on the Nassau Expressway
Days before the Liberty Avenue death, prosecutors described another case on the Nassau Expressway in South Ozone Park: “The 25-year-old man who fatally hit a safety flag worker was driving on a license that had been suspended seven times,” the Queens DA’s office said (Gothamist). A woman doing traffic control died there, according to police reports cited in local coverage (amNY).
We know what would help at the corner
Blind corners kill. A City Council bill, Intro 1138, would ban parking within 20 feet of crosswalks and add hardened daylighting at 1,000 corners a year, a move with majority support according to council coverage (Streetsblog NYC). Speaker Adrienne Adams has not brought it to a vote. Her office says, “The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority… [the bill] is going through the council’s legislative process, which is deliberative and allows for thorough public engagement and input” (AMNY).
Local fixes are straightforward: daylight the corners on Liberty Avenue and North Conduit Avenue; add leading pedestrian intervals; harden left turns at high-injury intersections; target evening enforcement where deaths spike. The crash log points to where and when.
Stop the worst speeders
Albany moved on repeat reckless driving. The State Senate advanced the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045) to require intelligent speed assistance for drivers with patterns of violations (Open States). Our State Senator James Sanders voted yes in committee (Open States).
But protection is uneven. The Assembly recently voted on extending school speed zones; local Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato voted no (Streetsblog NYC).
The work that cannot wait
A woman died crossing Liberty Avenue. Another woman died working traffic on the Nassau Expressway. The map shows the rest.
Lower speeds. Clear the corners. Rein in repeat speeders. If you want those changes on your block, take one step now: push your leaders to act.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What changed on Liberty Avenue this month?
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▸ What policies could make these corners safer now?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-25
- Driver in deadly Nassau Expressway hit-and-run was speeding to Dunkin', prosecutors say, Gothamist, Published 2025-09-22
- Woman killed by hit-and-run driver while directing traffic around Van Wyck Expressway construction project: NYPD, amny, Published 2025-09-19
- Universal Daylighting Has Majority Support on the City Council — Will Speaker Adams Give It a Vote?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-09
- NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety, AMNY, Published 2025-08-03
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato
District 23
Council Member Adrienne Adams
District 28
State Senator James Sanders
District 10
▸ 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
9S 915
Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
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File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
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SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Pedestrian at 116 St▸Jun 2 - SUV turned right, ignored traffic control. Struck 61-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered a bruised shoulder. Streets failed her. Metal met flesh.
A 61-year-old woman was crossing 116 St at 109 Ave in Queens with the signal when a Jeep SUV turned right and struck her. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to her upper arm and was in shock. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and vulnerable road users pay the price.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on 131st Street▸May 31 - A sedan hit a pedestrian on 131st Street at 107th Avenue. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old man, suffered back injuries. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car’s front end struck the victim. The street saw pain and chaos.
A sedan traveling east on 131st Street at 107th Avenue struck a 29-year-old man walking along the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The vehicle’s center front end hit the pedestrian. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 63-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The report does not mention any contributing actions by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Centreville, Child Hurt▸May 30 - SUV struck from behind on Centreville Street. Child passenger injured. Driver and another child also hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and bodies took the blow.
A station wagon SUV was rear-ended by a sedan on Centreville Street near Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' A female child passenger in the SUV suffered injuries, while the driver and another adult passenger were also hurt. The SUV took damage to its center back end; the sedan's front was crushed. The report lists 'Child Restraint Only' for the injured child, but only after the primary cause: driver error. No blame is placed on the victims.
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SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard▸May 29 - Two cars moved north on Cross Bay. The SUV struck the sedan from behind. One man hurt his arm and suffered internal injuries. Police blamed following too closely and distraction. Metal crumpled. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A northbound SUV rear-ended a sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard at 149th Avenue in Queens. One man, age 59, suffered injuries to his arm and internal trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan took the impact at its center rear, while the SUV's front end was damaged. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The data does not mention any pedestrians or cyclists. The crash left one person injured and exposed the ongoing risk of driver error on city streets.
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Two Sedans Collide on Spritz Road in Queens▸May 29 - Two sedans slammed together on Spritz Road. Metal twisted. A 63-year-old man took a blow to the chest. Others shook, stunned. Inattention and inexperience behind the wheel set the stage. The street bore the scars.
Two sedans crashed on Spritz Road near 88th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. A 63-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and whiplash. Four others, including a 12-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles struck front-to-front. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience, leaving passengers and drivers hurt.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 120th Street, Injuring Three▸May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
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Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
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Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
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SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
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Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
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Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
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Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
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Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
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Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
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Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
- File S 915, Open States, Published 2025-06-09
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SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Pedestrian at 116 St▸Jun 2 - SUV turned right, ignored traffic control. Struck 61-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered a bruised shoulder. Streets failed her. Metal met flesh.
A 61-year-old woman was crossing 116 St at 109 Ave in Queens with the signal when a Jeep SUV turned right and struck her. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to her upper arm and was in shock. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and vulnerable road users pay the price.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on 131st Street▸May 31 - A sedan hit a pedestrian on 131st Street at 107th Avenue. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old man, suffered back injuries. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car’s front end struck the victim. The street saw pain and chaos.
A sedan traveling east on 131st Street at 107th Avenue struck a 29-year-old man walking along the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The vehicle’s center front end hit the pedestrian. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 63-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The report does not mention any contributing actions by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Centreville, Child Hurt▸May 30 - SUV struck from behind on Centreville Street. Child passenger injured. Driver and another child also hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and bodies took the blow.
A station wagon SUV was rear-ended by a sedan on Centreville Street near Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' A female child passenger in the SUV suffered injuries, while the driver and another adult passenger were also hurt. The SUV took damage to its center back end; the sedan's front was crushed. The report lists 'Child Restraint Only' for the injured child, but only after the primary cause: driver error. No blame is placed on the victims.
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SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard▸May 29 - Two cars moved north on Cross Bay. The SUV struck the sedan from behind. One man hurt his arm and suffered internal injuries. Police blamed following too closely and distraction. Metal crumpled. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A northbound SUV rear-ended a sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard at 149th Avenue in Queens. One man, age 59, suffered injuries to his arm and internal trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan took the impact at its center rear, while the SUV's front end was damaged. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The data does not mention any pedestrians or cyclists. The crash left one person injured and exposed the ongoing risk of driver error on city streets.
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Two Sedans Collide on Spritz Road in Queens▸May 29 - Two sedans slammed together on Spritz Road. Metal twisted. A 63-year-old man took a blow to the chest. Others shook, stunned. Inattention and inexperience behind the wheel set the stage. The street bore the scars.
Two sedans crashed on Spritz Road near 88th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. A 63-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and whiplash. Four others, including a 12-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles struck front-to-front. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience, leaving passengers and drivers hurt.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 120th Street, Injuring Three▸May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
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Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
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Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
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SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
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Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
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Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
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Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
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Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
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Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
Jun 2 - SUV turned right, ignored traffic control. Struck 61-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered a bruised shoulder. Streets failed her. Metal met flesh.
A 61-year-old woman was crossing 116 St at 109 Ave in Queens with the signal when a Jeep SUV turned right and struck her. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to her upper arm and was in shock. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was not injured. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and vulnerable road users pay the price.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on 131st Street▸May 31 - A sedan hit a pedestrian on 131st Street at 107th Avenue. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old man, suffered back injuries. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car’s front end struck the victim. The street saw pain and chaos.
A sedan traveling east on 131st Street at 107th Avenue struck a 29-year-old man walking along the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The vehicle’s center front end hit the pedestrian. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 63-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The report does not mention any contributing actions by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Centreville, Child Hurt▸May 30 - SUV struck from behind on Centreville Street. Child passenger injured. Driver and another child also hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and bodies took the blow.
A station wagon SUV was rear-ended by a sedan on Centreville Street near Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' A female child passenger in the SUV suffered injuries, while the driver and another adult passenger were also hurt. The SUV took damage to its center back end; the sedan's front was crushed. The report lists 'Child Restraint Only' for the injured child, but only after the primary cause: driver error. No blame is placed on the victims.
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SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard▸May 29 - Two cars moved north on Cross Bay. The SUV struck the sedan from behind. One man hurt his arm and suffered internal injuries. Police blamed following too closely and distraction. Metal crumpled. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A northbound SUV rear-ended a sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard at 149th Avenue in Queens. One man, age 59, suffered injuries to his arm and internal trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan took the impact at its center rear, while the SUV's front end was damaged. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The data does not mention any pedestrians or cyclists. The crash left one person injured and exposed the ongoing risk of driver error on city streets.
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Two Sedans Collide on Spritz Road in Queens▸May 29 - Two sedans slammed together on Spritz Road. Metal twisted. A 63-year-old man took a blow to the chest. Others shook, stunned. Inattention and inexperience behind the wheel set the stage. The street bore the scars.
Two sedans crashed on Spritz Road near 88th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. A 63-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and whiplash. Four others, including a 12-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles struck front-to-front. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience, leaving passengers and drivers hurt.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 120th Street, Injuring Three▸May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
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Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
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Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
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SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
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Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
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Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
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Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
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Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 31 - A sedan hit a pedestrian on 131st Street at 107th Avenue. The pedestrian, a 29-year-old man, suffered back injuries. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention. The car’s front end struck the victim. The street saw pain and chaos.
A sedan traveling east on 131st Street at 107th Avenue struck a 29-year-old man walking along the intersection. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The vehicle’s center front end hit the pedestrian. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver, a 63-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. The report does not mention any contributing actions by the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and lose focus, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Centreville, Child Hurt▸May 30 - SUV struck from behind on Centreville Street. Child passenger injured. Driver and another child also hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and bodies took the blow.
A station wagon SUV was rear-ended by a sedan on Centreville Street near Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' A female child passenger in the SUV suffered injuries, while the driver and another adult passenger were also hurt. The SUV took damage to its center back end; the sedan's front was crushed. The report lists 'Child Restraint Only' for the injured child, but only after the primary cause: driver error. No blame is placed on the victims.
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SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard▸May 29 - Two cars moved north on Cross Bay. The SUV struck the sedan from behind. One man hurt his arm and suffered internal injuries. Police blamed following too closely and distraction. Metal crumpled. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A northbound SUV rear-ended a sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard at 149th Avenue in Queens. One man, age 59, suffered injuries to his arm and internal trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan took the impact at its center rear, while the SUV's front end was damaged. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The data does not mention any pedestrians or cyclists. The crash left one person injured and exposed the ongoing risk of driver error on city streets.
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Two Sedans Collide on Spritz Road in Queens▸May 29 - Two sedans slammed together on Spritz Road. Metal twisted. A 63-year-old man took a blow to the chest. Others shook, stunned. Inattention and inexperience behind the wheel set the stage. The street bore the scars.
Two sedans crashed on Spritz Road near 88th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. A 63-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and whiplash. Four others, including a 12-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles struck front-to-front. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience, leaving passengers and drivers hurt.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 120th Street, Injuring Three▸May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
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Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
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Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
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SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
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Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
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Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
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Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
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Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 30 - SUV struck from behind on Centreville Street. Child passenger injured. Driver and another child also hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and bodies took the blow.
A station wagon SUV was rear-ended by a sedan on Centreville Street near Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' A female child passenger in the SUV suffered injuries, while the driver and another adult passenger were also hurt. The SUV took damage to its center back end; the sedan's front was crushed. The report lists 'Child Restraint Only' for the injured child, but only after the primary cause: driver error. No blame is placed on the victims.
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SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard▸May 29 - Two cars moved north on Cross Bay. The SUV struck the sedan from behind. One man hurt his arm and suffered internal injuries. Police blamed following too closely and distraction. Metal crumpled. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A northbound SUV rear-ended a sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard at 149th Avenue in Queens. One man, age 59, suffered injuries to his arm and internal trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan took the impact at its center rear, while the SUV's front end was damaged. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The data does not mention any pedestrians or cyclists. The crash left one person injured and exposed the ongoing risk of driver error on city streets.
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Two Sedans Collide on Spritz Road in Queens▸May 29 - Two sedans slammed together on Spritz Road. Metal twisted. A 63-year-old man took a blow to the chest. Others shook, stunned. Inattention and inexperience behind the wheel set the stage. The street bore the scars.
Two sedans crashed on Spritz Road near 88th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. A 63-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and whiplash. Four others, including a 12-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles struck front-to-front. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience, leaving passengers and drivers hurt.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 120th Street, Injuring Three▸May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
21
Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
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SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
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Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
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Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 29 - Two cars moved north on Cross Bay. The SUV struck the sedan from behind. One man hurt his arm and suffered internal injuries. Police blamed following too closely and distraction. Metal crumpled. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A northbound SUV rear-ended a sedan on Cross Bay Boulevard at 149th Avenue in Queens. One man, age 59, suffered injuries to his arm and internal trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan took the impact at its center rear, while the SUV's front end was damaged. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The data does not mention any pedestrians or cyclists. The crash left one person injured and exposed the ongoing risk of driver error on city streets.
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Two Sedans Collide on Spritz Road in Queens▸May 29 - Two sedans slammed together on Spritz Road. Metal twisted. A 63-year-old man took a blow to the chest. Others shook, stunned. Inattention and inexperience behind the wheel set the stage. The street bore the scars.
Two sedans crashed on Spritz Road near 88th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. A 63-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and whiplash. Four others, including a 12-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles struck front-to-front. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience, leaving passengers and drivers hurt.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 120th Street, Injuring Three▸May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
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E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
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Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
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Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 29 - Two sedans slammed together on Spritz Road. Metal twisted. A 63-year-old man took a blow to the chest. Others shook, stunned. Inattention and inexperience behind the wheel set the stage. The street bore the scars.
Two sedans crashed on Spritz Road near 88th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. A 63-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and whiplash. Four others, including a 12-year-old boy and a 38-year-old woman, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles struck front-to-front. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus or lack experience, leaving passengers and drivers hurt.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 120th Street, Injuring Three▸May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
25
E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
21
Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
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Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 29 - Two cars crashed at 120th Street and 133rd Avenue. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. One man’s leg, a woman’s head, a passenger’s arm. Police blame driver distraction. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed dangerous. The system failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 120th Street and 133rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 30-year-old male driver suffered a leg injury, a 28-year-old female driver sustained a head injury, and a 37-year-old male passenger was hurt in the arm. All reported pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles striking front-to-front. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, were cited. The crash underscores the persistent danger for vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
26
Improper Turn on Rockaway Blvd Injures Passenger▸May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
25
E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
23
Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
21
Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 26 - Two sedans collided at Rockaway and Woodhaven. Metal struck metal. A woman in the front seat took the worst of it. She left semiconscious, pain in her body. The crash followed an improper turn. The street stayed quiet after.
Two sedans crashed at the intersection of Rockaway Boulevard and Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved a northbound sedan going straight and a southbound sedan making a left turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. A 51-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. Both drivers were men, ages 34 and 49, and were not reported as injured. The impact struck the front ends of both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report notes the use of lap belts by those in the front seats.
25
E-Bike Rider Suffers Head Injury in Queens Crash▸May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
23
Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
21
Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 25 - A sedan struck an e-bike on 103rd Avenue. The cyclist took the hit to the head. He stayed conscious but left with a concussion. Police blamed driver distraction. The street bore the mark of impact. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
An e-bike rider, age 29, was injured in a crash with a sedan at 103rd Avenue and 113th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan hit the e-bike on its right side doors, damaging both vehicles. No helmet use was reported, but the police data does not cite this as a cause. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus. The system left the cyclist exposed.
23
Sedan Slams Belt Parkway at Unsafe Speed▸May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
21
Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
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Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 23 - A sedan tore down Belt Parkway. Speed too high. The car hit hard. Doors crushed. Two young people trapped and hurt. Both semiconscious. The crash left bodies battered. The night ended in sirens and pain.
A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed, striking the left side doors. According to the police report, the vehicle was moving at an unsafe speed. The driver, a 22-year-old man, was trapped and semiconscious. A 21-year-old woman, seated in the rear, suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. Both were listed as injured. The police report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact left the vehicle’s left side doors crushed. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the danger when speed and inexperience combine on city roads.
21
Sedans Collide on Linden Boulevard, Driver Hurt▸May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 21 - Two sedans crashed on Linden Boulevard. One driver, age 74, suffered pain and shock. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Streets failed to protect.
Two sedans collided at Linden Boulevard and 122nd Street in Queens. A 74-year-old male driver was injured, reporting pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The crash involved both vehicles going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The impact left one driver hurt and exposed the danger of ignored traffic controls.
19
Sedans Collide at Cross Bay and 153rd▸May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 19 - Two sedans crashed in Queens. One passenger hurt. Drivers ignored traffic control, sped through danger. Steel met steel. Chest injury. The street stayed cold.
Two sedans collided at Cross Bay Blvd and 153 Ave in Queens. A 54-year-old passenger suffered a chest injury. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speeds. The crash left one person injured. Driver errors listed include 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No helmet or signal use was noted as a contributing factor. The impact struck hard, exposing the danger of ignoring the rules.
19
SUVs Collide on Nassau Expressway; Passengers Hurt▸May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 19 - Two SUVs slammed together on Nassau Expressway. Rear and front ends crumpled. Two passengers injured. Police cite following too closely and unsafe lane change. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable.
Two SUVs crashed on Nassau Expressway near Belt Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in a collision with damage to the center front and back ends. Two passengers, a 39-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man, suffered injuries. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. The crash left occupants hurt and exposed the danger of driver error and system gaps.
19
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 19 - SUV hit woman in crosswalk. She had the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian hurt. Back pain. Shock. Impact on 111th Street and 109th Avenue. Driver distracted.
A woman, 27, was struck by an SUV while crossing 111th Street at 109th Avenue in Queens. She was in the crosswalk, crossing with the signal, and suffered back pain and shock. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrian during a left turn. Driver inattention and failure to yield were listed as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants.
18
Sedans Collide in Queens, Driver Injured▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 18 - Two sedans crashed at 133-16 116 Ave. One driver suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Metal twisted, lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two sedans collided at 133-16 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, age 31, was injured with neck whiplash. Another driver, age 63, was involved but not reported injured. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The crash left one car’s right front bumper and the other’s left front bumper damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause. No mention of helmet or signal use was made.
17
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 17 - A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
17
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 17 - A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
14
Joann Ariola Supports Safety Boosting Enforcement Over Boardwalk Bike Ban▸May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
-
Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 14 - The city dropped plans to ban bikes on Rockaway’s boardwalk after fierce protest. Council Member Joann Ariola welcomed the reversal but demanded tougher enforcement against reckless cyclists. Locals pushed for clearer signs and marked lanes. The board voted for new safety measures.
On May 14, 2025, a proposed ban on bicycles along Rockaway Beach’s boardwalk was canceled after public backlash. The plan, discussed at a community board meeting, would have barred cyclists from Beach 108th to Beach 73rd Street during summer months. Council Member Joann Ariola, representing District 32, expressed relief at the reversal, stating, 'I’m glad that the Parks Department is going to continue allowing Rockaway residents to enjoy their bikes on the boardwalk this summer, but now we need real enforcement.' Instead of a ban, the Parks Department will increase signage and enforcement, especially near concessions. The community board voted 30-1 for new signs and called for marked bike lanes, an 8 mph speed limit, and clearer right-of-way rules. Board chair Dolores Orr stressed these safety improvements have been needed since the boardwalk’s post-Sandy rebuild.
- Controversial NYC boardwalk bicycle ban scrapped after local outrage, protests: ‘Bad timing’, nypost.com, Published 2025-05-14
13
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 13 - A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
13S 346
Addabbo co-sponsors bill raising penalties for endangering highway workers.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
- File S 346, Open States, Published 2025-05-13